C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
77/100 · earnings-weighted

New Mexico Military Institute

2-Year Public
📍 Roswell, New Mexico 88201
New Mexico Military Institute campus, Roswell, NM
New Mexico Military Institute campus, Roswell, NM. Photo: Myotus, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C
48/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

459
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
58%
Acceptance Rate
$6,968
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$57,410
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,034
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$5,500
Median debt at graduation
44.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
24.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 10% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 98th percentile among associate-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 Military Institute

Median pay of associate'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
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$10,627$55,247+25%#24 of 947#7$5,500

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 Military Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $233,555
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,371/mo — vs ~$202/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 88201 (4.6% cap, Roswell)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,000 $8,880
Room $1,816
Board $4,715
Total Cost (On-Campus) $19,121 $26,173

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
33%
Receive Pell Grants
8%
Take Out Loans
$6,968
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,748
$30,001 - $48,000$4,263
$48,001 - $75,000$5,727
$75,001 - $110,000$15,409
$110,001+$9,685

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 107 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from New Mexico Military Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Student Demographics

459
Total Students
22%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 22%
Hispanic 31%
Black 12%
Asian 12%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 18%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at New Mexico Military Institute?
New Mexico Military Institute has an acceptance rate of 58%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend New Mexico Military Institute?
Tuition at New Mexico Military Institute is $2,000 for in-state students and $8,880 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,968.
What is the graduation rate at New Mexico Military Institute?
The graduation rate at New Mexico Military Institute is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is New Mexico Military Institute a good school?
New Mexico Military Institute has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend New Mexico Military Institute?
New Mexico Military Institute has a total enrollment of 459 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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