News: Press Releases
Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez advises against tuition increases
17 Mar, 2026
Press Releases
Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez issued the following statement regarding tuition and fee increases at public colleges and universities in New Mexico
Adult Education in New Mexico rises in national rankings
16 Mar, 2026
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New Mexico’s investments in adult education have lifted the state to 20th in the nation for adult education outcomes, up from 50th place in 2019.
NM workforce development programs see rapid growth
17 Jan, 2026
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New Mexico’s workforce development programs for adults grew significantly statewide in the most recent fiscal year, according to data from the Adult Education Division of the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
New Mexico ranks No. 20 nationally for higher education
31 Dec, 2025
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New Mexico’s continued investment in tuition-free college through the Opportunity Scholarship has put the state at No. 20 in the nation for higher education, ranking high for affordability, accessibility and support for the community.
Higher Education Department brings together state leaders and national partners to highlight adult education in New Mexico
23 Dec, 2025
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The New Mexico Higher Education Department joined staff from the federal congressional delegation earlier this year, along with state and national partners, to highlight the impact of adult education programs and the need for continued federal funding in N
Higher education budget expands tuition-free college, loan forgiveness
10 Dec, 2025
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New Mexico’s higher education budget sustains tuition-free college programs driving statewide enrollment growth while adding new investments in adult education and loan repayment for teachers and health professionals.
New $60M workforce training program boosts workforce for New Mexico’s highest-demand fields
9 Dec, 2025
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A new state workforce training initiative exceeded expectations in its first year, with more than 6,200 New Mexicans completing career-focused programs in health care, transportation, construction and other high-demand fields.
New Mexico college graduates rank high for economic mobility
4 Dec, 2025
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New Mexico college graduates rank among the most likely in the nation to achieve economic security and mobility, according to a new study measuring education-to-employment outcomes across all states.
New Mexico colleges waive applications fees throughout November
21 Nov, 2025
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Most public colleges and universities in New Mexico will waive application fees throughout November, eliminating a financial barrier for prospective students during the annual ‘No Fee November’ initiative.
N.M. college enrollment increases for fourth consecutive year
19 Nov, 2025
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College enrollment has increased in New Mexico for the fourth consecutive year, the New Mexico Higher Education Department announced today, according to preliminary fall enrollment data from universities throughout the state.
