At a Glance
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is a mid-size public community college in Las Cruces, NM. Approximately 5,177 undergraduates are enrolled. Lake Lucero is about 29 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 38/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Las Cruces, NM
Campus Identity
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is a mid-size public community college in Las Cruces, NM. Approximately 5,177 undergraduates are enrolled. Lake Lucero is about 29 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 38/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is a 5,000–9,999, urban school. The campus is 73 miles from Ski Cloudcroft.
School Size & Setting
5,000–9,999
Urban setting
Weather
Warm Climate
57°F avg school-year
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces has a mild climate, with winters averaging 44°F in Dec and summers peaking around 82°F in Jul.
Station: STATE UNIVERSITY · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana in NM earns a composite safety score of 38/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,322 | $6,360 |
| Fees | $198 | $198 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $2,520 | $6,558 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
92 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is New Mexico State University-Dona Ana located?
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is located in Las Cruces, NM. The main campus address is 2800 N. Sonoma Ranch Blvd., Las Cruces, NM. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How many students attend New Mexico State University-Dona Ana?
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana enrolls 5,177 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend New Mexico State University-Dona Ana?
For the 2024-25 academic year, New Mexico State University-Dona Ana charges $2,322/year for in-state students and $6,360/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $5,664/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $6,048/year — what students actually pay. Use New Mexico State University-Dona Ana's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is New Mexico State University-Dona Ana the right fit for me?
Whether New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($6,048/year after aid), campus culture in Las Cruces, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh New Mexico State University-Dona Ana against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with New Mexico State University-Dona Ana directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Las Cruces, NM
- Size
- 5,000–9,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 57°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 38/100
- Nearest Airport
- Las Cruces, NM (LRU) · 12 mialso BIF (41 mi), ELP (43 mi)