New Mexico, The University of
New Mexico, The University of is a moderately selective law school with an acceptance rate of 41%. The median LSAT score for admitted students is 157, with a median GPA of 3.56. Approximately 60% of students receive grant or scholarship funding. Below you'll find detailed admissions statistics, tuition and cost data, and scholarship information based on the 2025 ABA 509 report.
Acceptance Rate
41%
Median LSAT
157
Median GPA
3.56
Receive Grants
60%
Admissions Statistics
25th Percentile
154
Median
157
75th Percentile
161
25th Percentile
3.12
Median
3.56
75th Percentile
3.82
New Mexico, The University of admits a moderately selective applicant pool — approximately 41% of applicants receive offers. While the LSAT remains important, the school's broader band of admitted scores means applicants near the median have a realistic pathway to admission when supported by a compelling overall application. Enrolled students posted LSAT scores from 154 at the 25th percentile to 161 at the 75th percentile, a typical 7-point spread that reflects a fairly defined applicant profile. This profile makes New Mexico, The University of a reasonable match school for applicants whose LSAT scores fall in the mid-range of the reported distribution.
GPA Expectations
On the academic credential side, enrolled students at New Mexico, The University of reported a median undergraduate GPA of 3.56, with the 25th percentile at 3.12 and the 75th percentile at 3.82. The 0.70-point GPA spread is relatively wide, reflecting that New Mexico, The University of takes a holistic view of academic history and may weigh upward trends or graduate-level work differently. Applicants whose GPA falls below the 25th percentile may wish to supplement their application with a strong addendum addressing academic context or upward trajectory. A GPA at or above the median strengthens any application and, when combined with a competitive LSAT score, places the candidate in a favorable position.
Tuition & Costs
FT Resident
$19,474
FT Non-Resident
$43,192
Fees
$1,546
On Campus
$23,114
Off Campus
$23,114
At Home
N/R
New Mexico, The University of sits in the mid-range tuition tier relative to ABA-accredited law schools. The full-time non-resident tuition is $43,192 per year plus $1,546 in required fees. Living costs off campus are estimated at $23,114 per year. While not among the highest-cost programs, three-year total costs remain significant — typically $129,576 in tuition alone. Merit scholarships, where available, provide meaningful leverage for cost reduction. Prospective students are encouraged to model total cost of attendance including living expenses and compare net cost across admitted institutions before making a final enrollment decision.
Scholarships & Grants
Receiving Grants
60%
< Half Tuition
39%
Half to Full
13%
Full Tuition
2%
> Full Tuition
6%
25th Percentile
$5,000
Median
$10,000
75th Percentile
$16,000
25th Percentile
N/R
Median
N/R
75th Percentile
N/R
New Mexico, The University of awards grant aid to 60% of full-time students. Among recipients, the median grant award is $10,000 per year, with a range from $5,000 to $16,000. While a moderate share of the enrolled class benefits from scholarship funding, applicants in the upper portion of the LSAT distribution are better positioned to negotiate merit awards. Prospective students should factor in the uncertainty around scholarship eligibility when projecting net cost and are encouraged to compare offers across peer institutions before committing.
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This tool provides directional estimates based on school-level data from the American Bar Association's Standard 509 Information Report. The statistics shown on this page — including LSAT percentiles, GPA ranges, acceptance rates, grant prevalence, and tuition figures — are drawn from New Mexico, The University of's ABA 509 disclosure data for the 2025 reporting cycle, the most recent cycle available at the time this page was generated. All estimated admission probabilities and scholarship likelihood figures are derived from a quantitative model that weights LSAT scores at 70% and undergraduate GPA at 30% of an applicant strength index. These estimates are directional in nature and are not guarantees of admission, scholarship eligibility, or any specific financial outcome. Individual application outcomes depend on a wide range of factors not captured in school-level ABA data, including personal statements, letters of recommendation, work experience, character and fitness disclosures, application timing, and year-to-year variation in applicant pool composition. Do not rely on these estimated figures as the sole basis for any significant financial or enrollment decision. The figures presented reflect historical patterns in reported data, not individual predictions. Use this information as one input among many when researching law schools — alongside official admissions consultations, financial aid award letters from institutions, and conversations with current students or alumni who have direct experience with the program.