NEW MEXICO INSTITUTE OF MINING AND TECHNOLOGY (New Mexico Tech)
- 801 Leroy Place
- Socorro, NM 87801
- OPEID College Code: 00265400
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- General Phone: (800) 428-8324
- President: Daniel H. Lopez
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 1,761
- College Alias: New Mexico Tech
- College Mascot: Miners
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New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.nmt.edu

- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Stem Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.nmt.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $15.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $16.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 325 | 120 | 445 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 258 (79%) | 95 (79%) | 353 (79%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 193 (75%) | 62 (65%) | 255 (72%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 100 | 39% |
| ACT ® Exam | 226 | 89% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 530 | 650 |
| SAT ® Math | 570 | 680 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 23 | 28 |
| ACT ® English | 21 | 28 |
| ACT ® Math | 23 | 28 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: New Mexico Tech Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 29% | 16% | 67% | 86% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,081 | $4,267 | $2,177 | $3,295 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% |
| Number in Default | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Number in Repayment | 154 | 152 | 230 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $4,607 | $4,354 | $4,105 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,607 | $4,354 | $4,105 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $13,568 | $12,544 | $11,762 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,702 | $5,460 | $5,300 |
| Other Expenses | $3,762 | $3,420 | $3,108 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,702 | $5,460 | $5,300 |
| Other Expenses | $3,762 | $3,420 | $3,108 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,762 | $3,420 | $3,108 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,071 | $14,234 | $13,513 |
| In-State | $15,071 | $14,234 | $13,513 |
| Out of State | $24,032 | $22,424 | $21,170 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,071 | $14,234 | $13,513 |
| In-State | $15,071 | $14,234 | $13,513 |
| Out of State | $24,032 | $22,424 | $21,170 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $9,369 | $8,774 | $8,213 |
| In-State | $9,369 | $8,774 | $8,213 |
| Out of State | $18,330 | $16,964 | $15,870 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,761 Undergraduate: 1,322 Graduate: 439
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,168 Female: 593
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 878 Female: 444
- Graduate Gender Male: 290 Female: 149
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,362 Part-Time: 399
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,095 Part-Time: 227
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 267 Part-Time: 172
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 140 | 8% |
| American Indian | 44 | 2% |
| Black | 19 | 1% |
| Asian | 47 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 401 | 23% |
| White | 1,086 | 62% |
| Unknown | 24 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 32 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 430 | 24% |
| Ages 20-21 | 353 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 342 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 213 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 106 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 65 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 108 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 92 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 20 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 885 | 805 | 80 |
| Faculty Status | 170 | 129 | 41 |
| Tenured Faculty | 71 | 71 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 170 | 129 | 41 |
| Primarily Instruction | 27 | 7 | 20 |
| Primarily Research | 4 | 4 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 133 | 131 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 222 | 210 | 12 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 360 | 335 | 25 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 72 | 64 | 8 |
| Skilled Crafts | 66 | 64 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 83 | 78 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $67,087 (124) | $69,388 (100) | $57,502 (24) |
| Professor | $86,222 (33) | $87,388 (30) | $74,562 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $65,760 (48) | $66,271 (38) | $63,819 (10) |
| Assistant Professor | $57,670 (36) | $57,990 (30) | $56,071 (6) |
| Instructor | $35,454 (4) | - (-) | $35,454 (4) |
| Lecturer | $33,012 (3) | $29,557 (2) | $39,923 (1) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $85,959 (1) | $85,959 (1) | - (-) |
| Professor | $85,959 (1) | $85,959 (1) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $67,113 (125) | $69,397 (101) | $57,502 (24) |
| Professor | $85,755 (34) | $86,838 (31) | $74,562 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $65,760 (48) | $66,271 (38) | $63,819 (10) |
| Assistant Professor | $57,670 (36) | $57,990 (30) | $56,071 (6) |
| Instructor | $35,454 (4) | - (-) | $35,454 (4) |
| Lecturer | $33,012 (3) | $29,557 (2) | $39,923 (1) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 71%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 47% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 43% |
| Female | 67% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 67% |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | 50% |
| Asian | 43% |
| Hispanic | 37% |
| White | 50% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 21% |
| 5 Years | 39% |
| 6 Years | 46% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Liquor Related | - | 5 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 1 | 5 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 1 | 5 |
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 2 | 6 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009