Western New Mexico University

School of Nursing

Western New Mexico University is a Public institution with a campus in Silver City, New Mexico. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the New Mexico Board of Nursing. The Silver City, New Mexico campus for Western New Mexico University is located in a Town setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 3,378. The student-to-faculty ratio is 11-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $7,657, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $14,287 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)

Visit the Western New Mexico University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in New Mexico periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the New Mexico Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for New Mexico will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2023-2024
Student population:3,378
Student-to-faculty ratio:11-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$7,657
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$14,287
Room and board:$10,940
Percent on financial aid:94%
Campus housing:yes
Open admissions policy:yes

Student Profile

Male 33%
Female 67%
Full-Time 45%
Part-Time 55%
Undergraduate 71%
Graduate 29%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Western New Mexico University. You can also see the Western New Mexico University campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Western New Mexico University in Silver City, New Mexico

  • Address: 1000 W. College St, Silver City, New Mexico 88062
  • Phone Number: 575-538-6336

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Last updated: July 23, 2024

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