New Mexico Colleges, Universities And Trade Schools
- Total Colleges: 52
- Total Medical Schools: 1
- Total Colleges With Tenure: 0
- Colleges By Highest Degree Offered
- Associate's: 22
- Bachelor's Degree: 9
- Master's Degree: 10
- Doctor's Degree: 3
- Total Faculty: 25,454
- Total Full Time Faculty: 17,247
- Total Part Time Faculty: 8,207
- Total Students: 165,104
- Total Full Time Students: 88,332
- Total Part Time Students: 76,772
- Total Undergraduate Students: 150,528
- Total Graduate Students: 14,576
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The state of New Mexico is home to a large number of public colleges and universities, as well as a fair number of private institutions. New Mexico is the 37th largest state in terms of population, resulting in a smaller number of higher education institutions overall. Public institutions make up the majority of educational institutions. The state’s capital is Santa Fe, with the largest city being Albuquerque. New Mexico is bordered by Arizona to the west, Colorado to the north, Oklahoma and Texas to the west, and the country of Mexico to the south.
New Mexico funds several public institutions, the largest of which is the University of New Mexico, which was founded in 1889. The school is located in Albuquerque and is the state’s flagship research institution. The school also operates several branch campuses located in Gallup, Rio Rancho, Taos, Valencia County, and Los Alamos. Since its founding the school has maintained steady growth in enrollment and facilities.
New Mexico State University is the state’s second largest institution. The school is located in Las Cruces, though it operates additional campuses in Carlsbad, Dona Ana County, Grants and Alamogordo. The school also maintains research and extension centers throughout the state. The school was founded in 1888 and has maintained steady growth ever since, though even with its large enrollment of nearly 19,000 students a year, has the relatively low student to teacher ratio of 19 to 1.The school is located near the US-Mexico border.
Other public institutions include:
- Eastern New Mexico University (Portales)
- New Mexico Highlands University (Las Vegas)
- Northern New Mexico College (Espanola)
- Western New Mexico University (Silver City)
- New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (Socorro)
Private institutions are generally more expensive than their public counterparts, offering a more specialized education and typically more educational opportunities outside of the school. Class sizes also tend to be smaller, with a greater focus on personalized learning. Some schools have and may maintain a religious foundation, while others provide a liberal arts education that allows for an education a variety of subjects. Admissions requirements may vary, with some schools having a lax criterion while others are very selective of their students.
Some private institutions in New Mexico:
- St. Johns College (Santa Fe)
- University of the Southwest (Hobbs)
- The Art Center Design College (Albuquerque)
- Carrington College (Albuquerque)
New Mexico is also home to a number of public community colleges and private career schools. Community colleges offer two year and vocational educations for individuals in their service area. Many of these schools offer students a low cost alternative to a four year education by providing the freshman and sophomore years and upon completion, the option to transfer to a four year institution. Other programs prepare students for careers, resulting a in a certificate, diploma, or degree. Similarly, private career colleges offer short term programs in high demand fields, allowing for immediate entry into the workforce upon graduation.
Listings of Colleges in New Mexico
4-Year Colleges and Universities
The table below lists 4-year colleges and universities in New Mexico, including both public and private schools.
| School Name | Tuition | Size | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico University - Main Campus (ENMU) Portales, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $4,147 | 5,000 - 9,999 | |
| Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture Santa Fe, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $3,080 | Under 1,000 | |
| Navajo Technical College (Navajo Tech) Crownpoint, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $2,120 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) Las Vegas, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $3,284 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (New Mexico Tech) Socorro, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $5,301 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| New Mexico State University (NMSU) Las Cruces, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $5,825 | 10,000 - 19,999 | |
| Santa Fe University of Art and Design Santa Fe, NM Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above | $30,388 | Under 1,000 | |
| Southwest Acupuncture College - Santa Fe Santa Fe, NM Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above | - | Under 1,000 | |
| Southwestern College Santa Fe, NM Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above | - | Under 1,000 | |
| St John's College Santa Fe, NM Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above | $43,655 | Under 1,000 | |
| University of New Mexico (UNM) Albuquerque, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $5,809 | 20,000+ | |
| University of the Southwest (CSW) Hobbs, NM Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above | $13,608 | Under 1,000 | |
| Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Public, 4-Year or Above | $4,030 | 1,000 - 4,999 |
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Community Colleges
The table below lists 2-year public colleges and community colleges in New Mexico. Many of these colleges have an open policy for admitting new students.
| School Name | Tuition | Size | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) Albuquerque, NM Public, 2-Year | $1,310 | 20,000+ | |
| Clovis Community College (CCC) Clovis, NM Public, 2-Year | $1,120 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| Luna Community College Las Vegas, NM Public, 2-Year | $1,198 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| Mesalands Community College Tucumcari, NM Public, 2-Year | $2,090 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) Hobbs, NM Public, 2-Year | $1,632 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) Roswell, NM Public, 2-Year | $3,674 | Under 1,000 | |
| San Juan College (SJC, SJCC) Farmington, NM Public, 2-Year | $1,128 | 5,000 - 9,999 | |
| Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) Santa Fe, NM Public, 2-Year | $1,689 | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI, S.I.P.I.) Albuquerque, NM Public, 2-Year | $675 | Under 1,000 |
Career Colleges
The table below lists career and trade schools in New Mexico. These include both public and private institutions.
| School Name | Tuition | Size | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Wolff College Hair Styling and Cosmetology Albuquerque, NM Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year | - | Under 1,000 | |
| Massage Therapy Trainining Institute (MTTI) Las Cruces, NM Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year | - | Under 1,000 | |
| Olympian University of Cosmetology Alamogordo, NM Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year | - | 1,000 - 4,999 | |
| Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque Massage School Albuquerque, NM Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year | - | Under 1,000 | |
| Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year | - | Under 1,000 | |
| Universal Therapeutic Massage Institute (UTMI) Albuquerque, NM Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year | - | Under 1,000 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.