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Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, New Mexico Highlands University offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural vibrancy. Explore the outdoors, enjoy campus life, and take part in events, athletics, and service projects that connect you to something greater.
NMHU At a Glance
15:1
Student-to-Professor Ratio
2,815
Total Student Population
58
Undergraduate Programs
47
Graduate Programs
Whether you’re just starting out, transferring, or returning to complete your degree, New Mexico Highlands University is ready to help you succeed. With flexible class formats, dedicated faculty, and a commitment to social and academic equity, Highlands is where your journey can truly begin.
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NMHU News
NMHU Awarded the Largest Social Work Allocation in the State of New Mexico to Support Student Scholarships and Paid Practicums
The Facundo Valdez School of Social Work at New Mexico Highlands University has been awarded $1,624,654, the largest allocation granted to any...
Steve Jones Returns to Lead New Mexico Highlands University Baseball
New Mexico Highlands University has named Steve Jones its head baseball coach, marking a return to the program for Coach Jones. He led the Highlands baseball squad for 17 years and was inducted into the H-Club Hall of Honor in 2019. Jones’s NMHU teams qualified for...
New Mexico Highlands University Names New Athletic Director
Scott Noble brings over 20 years of collegiate athletics experience to NMHU New Mexico Highlands University has named Scott Noble the new Athletic Director. Noble comes to NMHU from Western New Mexico University, where he has served as the Executive Director of...
Kali Pugh Named NMHU Softball Coach
Pugh comes to the Cowgirls after a successful tenure at Yavapai College New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) has named Kali Pugh the new coach of the Cowgirls’ softball program. Pugh comes to NMHU from Arizona’s Yavapai College, where she just led the Roughriders to...
The Highlands Experience
Carla O’Neil
A Heart for Highlands
“We understand that education is not just about personal success. It’s about contributing to the community. It’s important to act not only for ourselves but also for the benefit of those around us.”
