New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology is a public 4-year college in Socorro, New Mexico with 995 undergraduates. It admits 45% of applicants, costs an average of $20,862 a year after grants and graduates 55% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology acceptance rate and admissions
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology admitted 45% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 660, math 530 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 26, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 26, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $10,112 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $31,683 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,350 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,354 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,862 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,862 a year after grants and scholarships, $5,492 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $71,723 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $13,892 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 19% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology majors and what graduates earn
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology awarded bachelor's degrees in 21 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from electrical engineering ($117,813).
All 21 majors at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical engineering | 23 | $73,192 | $117,813 | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | 65 | $68,152 | $98,213 | $11,297 |
| Computer and information sciences | 0 | $60,106 | $95,750 | $20,363 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 3 | n/a | $95,234 | n/a |
| Chemical engineering | 9 | n/a | $85,900 | n/a |
| Biology | 17 | n/a | $48,211 | n/a |
| Computer science | 22 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | 8 | $75,027 | n/a | n/a |
| Materials Engineering | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mining and Mineral Engineering | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical Sciences, General | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
27 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 27 graduate programs
Students and location
- 995 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 28% women, 72% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology admitted 45% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,112 for in-state students and $31,683 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,862 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 660 in reading and writing and 530 to 650 in math, and 20 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $71,723 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.