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- Albuquerque, NM
- #211 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: B
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Net price: $11,396
- SAT Range: 1030-1250

#4. University of New Mexico

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- Las Cruces, NM
- #112 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: B+
- Acceptance rate: 57%
- Net price: $11,397
- SAT Range: 920-1140

#3. New Mexico State University

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- Portales, NM
- #75 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: A-
- Acceptance rate: 33%
- Net price: $7,002
- SAT Range: 860-1100

#2. Eastern New Mexico University

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- Socorro, NM
- #55 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: A-
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Net price: $12,471
- SAT Range: 1110-1320

This story features data reporting by Emma Rubin, writing by Jeff Inglis, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.

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