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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 Names Zach Settembre to Lead Men’s Basketball Program
Settembre brings seven years of successful college coaching experience to the Cowboys New Mexico Highlands University is excited to announce that...
NMHU’S CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE RELEASES THE FIRST SOCIAL WORKERS OF NEW MEXICO SURVEY, SHOWING A HIGHLY COMMITTED BUT OVERWHELMED WORKFORCE
NMHU’s Center for Excellence in Social Work, a statewide research and professional development resource for social workers and behavioral health providers, released findings today from the first survey to look at New Mexico’s social workers’ professional wellbeing and...
New Mexico Highlands University Women’s Track Athletes Earn All-American Honors
Two individuals and a relay team from the New Mexico Highlands University female athletes took home All-American honors at the NCAA DII Track and and Field National Championships held May 23-25 in at Emporia State University. Sophomore Patreece Clarke earned...
New Mexico Highlands Recognizes Top Student-Athletes
New Mexico Highlands sprinter Ashley Barrett, who made her mark at the recent Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference track and field championships, was named both the female freshman and female athlete of the year for NMHU at the school’s awards banquet Wednesday. Barrett...
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.”
