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New Mexico State University-Alamogordo vs New Mexico State University-Main Campus

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
$2,616 vs $8,147

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
Bachelor's in Nursing
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationLas Cruces, NMLas Cruces, NM
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate75.7%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$2,616 in / $6,072 outBEST$8,147 in / $25,271 out
In-state tuition$2,616BEST$8,147
Out-of-state tuition$6,072BEST$25,271
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, New Mexico State University-Alamogordo or New Mexico State University-Main Campus?

New Mexico State University-Alamogordo is the more affordable option at roughly $2,616, compared to $8,147. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are New Mexico State University-Alamogordo and New Mexico State University-Main Campus the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between New Mexico State University-Alamogordo and New Mexico State University-Main Campus?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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