B
Good
Score: 65/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
83/100 · earnings-weighted

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

4-Year Public
📍 Socorro, New Mexico 87801
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
D
39/100

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

1,713
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
54%
Acceptance Rate
$9,133
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology ▼

4% 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.

Avg Home Value
$200,960
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1-Year Change
+6.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$76,489
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$54,530
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,085
Median debt at graduation
57.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,207
Average SAT
26
Median ACT
29.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 96th 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 New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$73,300$117,813+17%#15 of 258#8$15,981
Mechanical Engineering$57,424$98,213+7%#50 of 318#7$19,500
Computer and Information Sciences—$95,750+4%#145 of 459#66$16,918
Petroleum Engineering$42,325$95,234-9%#16 of 19#10$24,000
Chemical Engineering$57,215$85,900-12%#150 of 158#76$15,000
Biology—$48,211-16%#732 of 841#515—

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 New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $200,960
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 87801 (3.4% cap, Socorro)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,664 $24,918
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,200 $42,454

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
38%
Take Out Loans
$9,133
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,970
$30,001 - $48,000$5,067
$48,001 - $75,000$8,676
$75,001 - $110,000$11,907
$110,001+$12,207

Student Demographics

1,713
Total Students
34%
Women
83%
Traditional Age (18-24)
4%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 34%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 92%
Off-Campus (Renters) 4%
With Family 3%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~74 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 82%
Hybrid (Some Online) 11%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 83%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology has an acceptance rate of 54%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
Tuition at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology is $7,664 for in-state students and $24,918 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,133.
What is the graduation rate at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
The graduation rate at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology a good school?
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology has a total enrollment of 1,713 students. Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology?
Yes! Approximately 4% of students at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 74 students who need rental housing near campus.

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