All international students must prove they can support themselves for one academic year. For this reason, proof of financial support is required in order to get an I-20. The amount shown in a financial support document may vary depending on certain factors such as:

• Tuition & fees rate, which depends on Residency:
  • In-state Tuition (also known as "resident") is for those who:
    • (1) completed high school in New Mexico and is admitted to pursue an undergraduate degree the first regular semester after high school graduation; OR
    • (2) are recipients of the International Competitive Scholarship; OR
  • Out-of-state Tuition (also known as "non-resident") is for international students who did not meet the abovementioned "in-state" criteria.
  • Descubre Tuition Rate: For qualified Mexican nationals attending Las Cruces Main Campus only. No application is required.
• Bringing dependents will also increase the amount that you need to show in a financial support document.
  • Add $5,600 for spouse
  • Add $3,600 for each child you will be bringing.

Please refer to the table below to find the amount that you need to show in a financial document. The table provides a breakdown of the costs of attendance for one academic year for the student.

For Undergraduate Students at the Las Cruces Main Campus