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New Mexico State University-Dona Ana

Las Cruces, NM·Public·dacc.nmsu.edu/

Campus Identity

New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is a public community college in Las Cruces, NM. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 38/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is a public community college in Las Cruces, NM. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 38/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$1,578
In-State Tuition
+$198 fees
$5,466
Out-of-State Tuition
+$198 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

73 miles

Ski Cloudcroft

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Ski Cloudcroft

New Mexico

73 mi away
91 mi away
750 skiable acres11 lifts
195 mi away
1,200 skiable acres8 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Las Cruces, NM

44°Jan49°Feb55°Mar62°Apr71°May80°Jun82°Jul81°Aug75°Sep64°Oct52°Nov44°Dec

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

38/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety442639
44/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
26/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
39/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$1,578$5,466
Fees
$198$198
Total
$1,776$5,664
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

92 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
450 grads/yr$39,985
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
86 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsAssociate's
64 grads/yr$35,798
Data ProcessingCertificate
52 grads/yr
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
50 grads/yr$68,291

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's32 grads$84,961
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's50 grads$68,291
Data Processing
Associate's36 grads$53,247
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's47 grads$42,773
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's450 grads$39,985
Precision Metal Working
Associate's11 grads$39,299
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's41 grads$37,514
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's64 grads$35,798
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate86 grads
Data Processing
Certificate52 grads

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 much does it cost to attend New Mexico State University-Dona Ana?

For the 2023–24 academic year, New Mexico State University-Dona Ana charges $1,578/year for in-state students and $5,466/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,664/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — 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, cost ($5,466/year out-of-state), 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.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with New Mexico State University-Dona Ana directly for the most current information.

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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)

Location

Las Cruces, NM

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.