Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus — acceptance rate 55%, tuition $4,194 in-state, $6,174 out-of-stateEastern New Mexico University-Main Campus campus, Portales, NM. Photo: The original uploader was Madmaxmarchhare at English Wikipedia., CC BY 2.5 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
C
45/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
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 first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$38,550
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,619
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$16,500
Median debt at graduation
45.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
964
Average SAT
19
Median ACT
35.7%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 43% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 14th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NM wage index 0.75). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~889 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person16%
Hybrid (Some Online)21%
Fully Online62%
📊 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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