Last year, NMSU sent one contestant to Intercollegiate National Rodeo Association Finals. The two teams leading in regional points at the season's end advance to the National Finals. The NMSU Rodeo Association, founded in the late 1940's, has its own arena with lights, stalls, and horse-trailer space less than five minutes east of the NMSU main campus. Both NMSU team and individual riders who represent NMSU can use the facilities free of charge. In addition, the NMSU Rodeo Arena is located right next to the Organ Mountains, giving the unique opportunity of trail riding from the facility.
Class is offered and includes twice-weekly practices.