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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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New Mexico Highlands University Welcomes Inaugural General Counsel, Doajo Hicks
New Mexico Highlands University is pleased to announce the appointment of Doajo Hicks as the University’s inaugural General Counsel, a new role...
Social Work Leaders, Educators, and Students from Across New Mexico Joining Together to Combat Workforce Challenges
New Mexico Highlands University Center for Excellence in Social Work convenes inaugural Social Work Education Summit Social Work Education Summit webpage Las Vegas, NM - The New Mexico Highlands University Center for Excellence in Social Work will host New Mexico’s...
Fiesta De La Hispanidad to Showcase Northern New Mexican Culture
26th Annual Fiesta to Take Place at Ilfeld Auditorium LAS VEGAS, NM -- The Department of Languages and Culture at New Mexico Highlands University invites you to join them on Sunday, April 14th at 2 PM for the Fiesta De La Hispanidad, a popular event that features...
New Mexico Highlands University Ranked Among Top 100 Most Affordable Colleges Nationally
NMHU is the only New Mexico higher education institution ranked in the Top 100 for both online and overall affordability by College Consensus Las Vegas, NM–New Mexico Highlands University has been ranked No. 28 nationally among the 100 Most Affordable Online Colleges...
NMHU Researchers Discover New Species of Giant Anaconda in South America
Northern Green Anaconda Found on Study Led By Dr. Jesus Rivas and Dr. Sarah Corey-Rivas Read the complete study here (PDF) Las Vegas, NM– Researchers from New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) have identified a new species of Giant Anaconda, the Northern Green...
Students Receive Free Laptops from Technology Connected Communities
NMHU/Technology Connected Communities Collaboration Provides 43 Laptops Las Vegas, NM - January 18, 2024 - The Technology Connected Communities (TCC) presented free laptops to 43 NMHU students this past Thursday. Organized in collaboration with New Mexico Highlands...
New Mexico Highlands University Names Dr. Neil Woolf its Next President
Dr. Woolf brings over 22 years of higher education administrative experience to NMHU LAS VEGAS, NM–The New Mexico Highlands University Board of Regents has selected Dr. Neil Woolf to be the institution’s 19th president. Dr. Woolf has been appointed to a conditional...
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.”
