| NMSU | vs. | GCU |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, New Mexico | Location | Phoenix, Arizona |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Doctoral / Research University |
In-State$8,147
Out-Of-State$25,271 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $17,263 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 80% |
| $13,392 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,183 |
| 75.73 % | Acceptance Rates | 60.36 % |
| 20.77 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 29.07 % |
| 990 | SAT Score | 1,105 |
| 20 | ACT Score | 21 |
| 50 % | Graduation Rate | 45 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 72 % | Retention Rate | 70 % |
| 14,268 | Student Population | 101,816 |
| 637 | Number of Faculties | 461 |
| 16 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services |