New Mexico State University

According to the school, New Mexico State University prides itself on being accessible to students of all ages and from all cultures and educational backgrounds. The state's land-grant university, NMSU is a reflection of the Southwest's vibrant mix of ethnic and cultural communities and, indeed, of the future demographic of the United States. A personalized small-college setting combined with the resources of a large research university allows NMSU to offer curricula designed to encourage student learning and success. Data show that these programs, guided by NMSU's top-rated and award-winning teachers, help all scholars, no matter their educational background, reach their full potential by the time they graduate. Also key to undergraduate and graduate success at NMSU is the extent to which students can participate in research, extension and community service programs. NMSU's wide-ranging research investigations touch many areas of human endeavor, with programs focused on water and ener