New Mexico prohibits the possession of a firearm on the premises of post-secondary educational institutions, such as universities, community colleges, branch community colleges, technical-vocational institutes and area vocational schools. See N.M. Stat. Ann. § 30-7-2.4
Exception: Persons over the age of 19 may carry firearms in private vehicles “for lawful protection of the person’s or another’s person or property” on campuses.
See N.M. Stat. Ann. § 30-7-2.4(A)(5)
Updated: January 7, 2025
Disclaimer: Policies are subject to change at any time, both during and between school years. In addition, individual school policies commonly include more details than can be succinctly captured by ArmedCampuses.org. Each school should be consulted for its most accurate, up-to-date policy.
