B
Good
Score: 62/100

Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Portales, New Mexico 88130
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
C
45/100

Quick Stats

5,386
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
55%
Acceptance Rate
$6,683
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus

17% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 889 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$142,730
Avg Monthly Rent
$975
1-Year Change
+2.0%
For parents & investors

The Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $142,730
  • Avg rent near campus: $975/mo — vs ~$442/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 88130 (5.3% cap, Portales)

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🏆 Where Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
of 7 schools
#5
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
of 22 schools
#9
Clinical/Medical Social Work
of 22 schools
#19
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
of 72 schools
#22
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
of 100 schools
#28
Secondary Education and Teaching
of 100 schools
#29
Special Education and Teaching, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,194 $6,174
Room $3,974
Board $4,472
Total Cost (On-Campus) $21,041 $23,021

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
19%
Take Out Loans
$6,683
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,722
$30,001 - $48,000$5,663
$48,001 - $75,000$7,332
$75,001 - $110,000$8,346
$110,001+$11,849

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 246 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 119 grads/yr Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 111 grads/yr Education, General 93 grads/yr General Studies 76 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 72 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 63 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Social Work 55 grads/yr Psychology, General 44 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 44 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 38 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 34 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 33 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 33 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 31 grads/yr Speech-Language Pathology Assistant 27 grads/yr Accounting 25 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 25 grads/yr Sociology, General 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,386
Total Students
65%
Women
48%
Traditional Age (18-24)
17%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Hispanic 38%
Black 4%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 57%
Off-Campus (Renters) 17%
With Family 27%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~889 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 16%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 62%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 48%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus?
Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 55%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus?
Tuition at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus is $4,194 for in-state students and $6,174 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,683.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus?
The graduation rate at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus is 40%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus a good school?
Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus?
Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus has a total enrollment of 5,386 students.
Is there rental demand near Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus?
Yes! Approximately 17% of students at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 889 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology