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  Western New Mexico University
1000 W. College Ave
Silver City, NM 88061
General information
Financial aid office
Admissions office
(505) 538-6336 Ext.
(505) 538-6173 Ext.
(505) 538-6000 Ext.

Type of institution: Public, 4-year or above
Federal Aid: Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
Degrees offered: Certificates/Less-than-1-year certificate, Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate, Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate, Associate degree, Bachelor degree, Master's degree
Carnegie classification: Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
Number of students: 2,584 (2006)
2007-08 Undergraduate application fee:$ ----

About this School
Western New Mexico University is a university located in Silver City, New Mexico.
 
History
Founded in the Territory of New Mexico on 11 February 1893 as the New Mexico Normal School, the school began to offer classes on 3 September 1894 in a rented Presbyterian church. On 2 June 1893, the nacent board of regents accepted 20 acres of land situated on a hillside overlooking the town donated by its own John W. Flemming. On November 1896, the school's first permanent building, Old Main, was dedicated and within twenty years enrollment had reached nearly 500 students.
 
Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
Tuition and Fees2007-082006-072005-06
In-State$3,223$3,065$2,863
Out of State$11,887$11,321$10,423
Books and Supplies$1,000$1,000$1,000
On-Campus
Room and board$7,050$6,710$6,110
Other Expenses$3,650$3,490$3,340
Off Campus
Room and board$5,400$5,000$4,500
Other Expenses$3,650$3,490$3,340
Off Campus w/ family
Other Expenses$3,250$3,150$3,000

Financial aid 2005-2006

Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

Type of AidPercentage of students receiving aidAverage amount of aid they received
Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) 60% $3,150
State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) 12% $1,194
Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) 37% $1,364
Loans to students 38% $2,469
 
 

Degrees offered by this school

 
 
Certificates/Less-than-1-year certificate
Electrical
Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology + Technici
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-1-year certificate Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology + Technici: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. Includes instruction...

Certificates/Less-than-1-year certificate
Criminal Justice + Police Science
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-1-year certificate Criminal Justice + Police Science: A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evide...

Certificates/Less-than-1-year certificate
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-1-year certificate Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of bu...

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Electrical
Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology + Technici
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-2-year certificate Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology + Technici: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. Includes instruction...

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Drafting and Design Technology + Technician
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-2-year certificate Drafting and Design Technology + Technician, General: A program that prepares individuals to generally apply technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Includes instruction in specification interpretati...

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Criminal Justice + Police Science
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-2-year certificate Criminal Justice + Police Science: A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evide...

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Construction Engineering Technology + Technician
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-2-year certificate Construction Engineering Technology + Technician: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers, engineering contractors and other professionals engaged in the construction of buildings a...

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Automobile + Automotive Mechanics Technology + Technician
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-2-year certificate Automobile + Automotive Mechanics Technology + Technician: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine...

Certificates/Less-than-2-year certificate
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Less-than-2-year certificate Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of bu...

Associate degree
Welding Technology + Welder
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Welding Technology + Welder: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. Includes instruction in arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid st...

Associate degree
Occupational Therapy + Therapist
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Occupational Therapy + Therapist: A program that prepares individuals to assist patients limited by physical, cognitive, psychosocial, mental, developmental, and learning disabilities, as well as adverse environmental conditions, to maximize their independence and maintai...

Associate degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN): A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the admini...

Associate degree
Kindergarten + Preschool Education and Teaching
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Kindergarten + Preschool Education and Teaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach students in formal settings prior to beginning regular elementary school, usually ranging in age from three to six years (or grade one), depending on the school system or state r...

Associate degree
General Studies
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree General Studies: An undifferentiated program that includes instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies.

Associate degree
Electrical + Electronic + Communications Engr Technology + Technician
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Electrical + Electronic + Communications Engr Technology + Technician: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. Includes instruction in electrical cir...

Associate degree
Education
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Education, General: A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the...

Associate degree
Drafting and Design Technology + Technician
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Drafting and Design Technology + Technician, General: A program that prepares individuals to generally apply technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Includes instruction in specification interpretation, dimensio...

Associate degree
Criminal Justice + Safety Studies
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Criminal Justice + Safety Studies: A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization,...

Associate degree
Construction Engineering Technology + Technician
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Construction Engineering Technology + Technician: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers, engineering contractors and other professionals engaged in the construction of buildings and related s...

Associate degree
Computer Installation and Repair Technology + Technician
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Computer Installation and Repair Technology + Technician: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to assemble, install, operate, maintain, and repair computers and related instruments. Includes instruction in power supplies, number sys...

Associate degree
Commercial and Advertising Art
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Commercial and Advertising Art: A program in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to use artistic techniques to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences via illustrations and other forms of digital or printed media. In...

Associate degree
Business Administration and Management
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Business Administration and Management, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior...

Associate degree
Banking and Financial Support Services
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Banking and Financial Support Services: A program that prepares individuals to perform a wide variety of customer services in banks, insurance agencies, savings and loan companies, and related enterprises. Includes instruction in communications and public relations skill...

Associate degree
Automobile + Automotive Mechanics Technology + Technician
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Automobile + Automotive Mechanics Technology + Technician: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance...

Associate degree
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Associate degree Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of business law, ...

Bachelor degree
Zoology + Animal Biology
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Zoology + Animal Biology: A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the biology of animal species and phyla, with reference to their molecular and cellular systems, anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Includes instruction in molecular and cell biology, micr...

Bachelor degree
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management: A program that prepares individuals to conserve and manage wilderness areas and the flora and fauna therein, and manage wildlife reservations and zoological facilities for recreational, commercial, and ecological purposes. In...

Bachelor degree
Technology Teacher Education + Industrial Arts Teacher Education
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Technology Teacher Education + Industrial Arts Teacher Education: A program that prepares individuals to teach technology education/industrial arts programs at various educational levels.

Bachelor degree
Technical Teacher Education
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Technical Teacher Education: A program that prepares individuals to teach specific vocational technical education programs at various educational levels.

Bachelor degree
Substance Abuse + Addiction Counseling
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Substance Abuse + Addiction Counseling: A program that prepares individuals to help prevent substance abuse, counsel individuals and families with drug and alcohol problems, and perform intervention and therapeutic services for persons suffering from addiction. Includes i...

Bachelor degree
Special Education and Teaching
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Special Education and Teaching, General: A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special educati...

Bachelor degree
Spanish Language and Literature
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Spanish Language and Literature: A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology,...

Bachelor degree
Sociology
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Sociology: A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of soc...

Bachelor degree
Social Work
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Social Work: A program that prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling, and that focus on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Includes instruction ...

Bachelor degree
Social Sciences
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Social Sciences, General: A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.

Bachelor degree
Secondary Education and Teaching
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Secondary Education and Teaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum...

Bachelor degree
Science Teacher Education + General Science Teacher Education
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Science Teacher Education + General Science Teacher Education: A program that prepares individuals to teach general science programs, or a combination of the biological and physical science subject matter areas, at various educational levels.

Bachelor degree
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Other
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other: Any instructional program in rehabilitation and therapeutic professions not listed in the Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General category.

Bachelor degree
Public Administration
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Public Administration: A program that prepares individuals to serve as managers in the executive arm of local, state, and federal government; and that focuses on the systematic study of executive organization and management. Includes instruction in the roles, development,...

Bachelor degree
Psychology
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Psychology, General: A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles o...

Bachelor degree
Physical Sciences
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Physical Sciences: A program that focuses on the major topics, concepts, processes, and interrelationships of physical phenomena as studied in any combination of physical science disciplines.

Bachelor degree
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels.

Bachelor degree
Operations Management and Supervision
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Operations Management and Supervision: A program that prepares individuals to manage and direct the physical and/or technical functions of a firm or organization, particularly those relating to development, production, and manufacturing. Includes instruction in principles...

Bachelor degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN): A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the adminis...

Bachelor degree
Music
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Music, General: A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.

Bachelor degree
Mathematics
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Mathematics, General: A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and ...

Bachelor degree
Management Information Systems
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Management Information Systems, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to provide and manage data systems and related facilities for processing and retrieving internal business information; select systems and train personnel; and respond to external data re...

Bachelor degree
History
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree History, General: A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; ...

Bachelor degree
Health and Physical Education
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Health and Physical Education, General: A general program that focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish related research and service goals. Includes instruction in human movement studies, mot...

Bachelor degree
General Studies
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree General Studies: An undifferentiated program that includes instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies.

Bachelor degree
Fine + Studio Arts
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Fine + Studio Arts, General: A program that prepares individuals to generally function as creative artists in the visual and plastic media. Includes instruction in the traditional fine arts media (drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, CAD/CAM) and/or modern media (ce...

Bachelor degree
English Language and Literature
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree English Language and Literature, General: A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.

Bachelor degree
Elementary Education and Teaching
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Elementary Education and Teaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary educati...

Bachelor degree
Criminal Justice + Safety Studies
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Criminal Justice + Safety Studies: A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, ...

Bachelor degree
Computer and Information Sciences
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Computer and Information Sciences, General: A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be ...

Bachelor degree
Clinical Laboratory Science + Medical Technology + Technologist
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Clinical Laboratory Science + Medical Technology + Technologist: A program that prepares individuals to conduct and supervise complex medical tests, clinical trials, and research experiments; manage clinical laboratories; and consult with physicians and clinical researcher...

Bachelor degree
Cell + Cellular and Molecular Biology
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Cell + Cellular and Molecular Biology: An integrated, combined program that focuses on the scientific study of cells, cellular systems, and the molecular basis of cell structure and function. Includes instruction in cell biology, cell chemistry, molecular biology, biophys...

Bachelor degree
Business Administration and Management
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Business Administration and Management, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior,...

Bachelor degree
Botany + Plant Biology
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Botany + Plant Biology: A program that focuses on the scientific study of plants, related microbial organisms, and plant habitats and ecosystem relations. Includes instruction in plant anatomy and structure, phytochemistry, cytology, plant genetics, plant morphology and p...

Bachelor degree
Biology + Biological Sciences
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Biology + Biological Sciences, General: A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variet...

Bachelor degree
Athletic Training + Trainer
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Athletic Training + Trainer: A program that prepares individuals to work in consultation with, and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. Includes instruction in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of ...

Bachelor degree
Art + Art Studies
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Art + Art Studies, General: A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of the visual arts. Includes instruction in art, photography, and other visual communications media.

Bachelor degree
Accounting
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Bachelor degree Accounting: A program that prepares individuals to practice the profession of accounting and to perform related business functions. Includes instruction in accounting principles and theory, financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, budget control, tax ...

Master's degree
Special Education and Teaching
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Special Education and Teaching, General: A general program that focuses on the design and provision of teaching and other educational services to children or adults with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special educati...

Master's degree
Secondary Education and Teaching
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Secondary Education and Teaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum...

Master's degree
Reading Teacher Education
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Reading Teacher Education: A program that prepares individuals to diagnose reading difficulties and to teach reading programs at various educational levels.

Master's degree
Multi- + Interdisciplinary Studies
Other
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Multi- + Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: Any instructional program in multi/interdisciplinary studies not listed in the Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General category.

Master's degree
Elementary Education and Teaching
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Elementary Education and Teaching: A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary educati...

Master's degree
Educational Leadership and Administration
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Educational Leadership and Administration, General: A program that focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other educational organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff leve...

Master's degree
Counselor Education + School Counseling and Guidance Services
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Counselor Education + School Counseling and Guidance Services: A program that prepares individuals to apply the theory and principles of guidance and counseling to the provision of support for the personal, social, educational, and vocational development of students, and t...

Master's degree
Business Administration and Management
General
Western New Mexico University

General Description for:
Western New Mexico University Master's degree Business Administration and Management, General: A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior,...

 
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