San Juan College Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
San Juan College is a public certificate and vocational school in Farmington, New Mexico, serving roughly 4,304 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $5,769 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,928. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $36,513 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,928
- 2024 Average Net Price: $5,769 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,304 35.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 36.96%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 46.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 16.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 8,675
- Room & Board: $11,679 annual estimate
San Juan College: what the data shows
Common questions about San Juan College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is San Juan College?
San Juan College is located in Farmington, NM (ZIP 87402-4699).
Is San Juan College public or private?
San Juan College is a Public institution.
How much does San Juan College cost?
Published tuition: $1,928 in-state, $5,412 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $5,769.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $5,647 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,474 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $7,083 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,143 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $7,712.
How big is San Juan College?
Total enrollment: 4,304 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 8,675 students.
About 36% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at San Juan College?
150%-time completion rate: 36.96%.
First-year retention: 70.8%.
What do graduates of San Juan College earn?
Median earnings: $29,329 six years after entry; $36,513 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,750.
32.09% of students receive Pell grants.
What is San Juan College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (418 completions)
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant (220 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (128 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (110 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (77 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (65 completions)
- Instrumentation Technology/Technician (58 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (47 completions)
- Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist (45 completions)
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician (43 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is San Juan College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 36.96%; median earnings $36,513 at 10 years; net price $5,769. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,928
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at San Juan College was $1,928.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$5,769
2024 Value
In 2024 San Juan College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,769.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,076 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$5,769 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$7,712 4-Year In-State Tuition
$21,648 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,679 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,420 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,027 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$60,108 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for San Juan College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.09% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
5.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at San Juan College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for San Juan College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,338 | $3,138 | $6,003 |
| 2014 | $1,312 | $3,520 | $5,245 |
| 2015 | $1,474 | $4,114 | $5,216 |
| 2016 | $1,474 | $4,114 | $4,813 |
| 2017 | $1,474 | $4,114 | $5,450 |
| 2018 | $1,546 | $4,330 | $4,747 |
| 2019 | $1,546 | $4,330 | $6,115 |
| 2020 | $1,618 | $4,546 | $5,705 |
| 2021 | $1,618 | $4,546 | $4,546 |
| 2022 | $1,714 | $4,882 | $3,878 |
| 2023 | $1,790 | $4,985 | $4,526 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
San Juan College reported total enrollment of about 4,304 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 32% male and 68% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes American Indian or Alaska Native (37.4%), White (30.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (22.2%). About 32.09% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 46.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
35.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at San Juan College in 2024 is 4,304 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 8,675 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is American Indian or Alaska Native at 37.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
21.74% 100% Completion Time
36.96% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 21.74% of students graduating from San Juan College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant: 3% male / 97% female
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 81% male / 19% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Native American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for San Juan College.
Return on Investment
$9,750 Median Student Debt
$36,513 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.70% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1482.29% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for San Juan College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 60 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 418 completions
2. Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant: 220 completions
3. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 128 completions
4. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 110 completions
5. Welding Technology/Welder: 77 completions
6. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 65 completions
7. Instrumentation Technology/Technician: 58 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 47 completions
9. Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist: 45 completions
Most popular programs at San Juan College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for San Juan College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for San Juan College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,014
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,659
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
San Juan College is a public institution located in Farmington, NM, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor. Enrollment is approximately 4,304 students. Student body composition includes American Indian or Alaska Native (37.4%), White (30.1%), Hispanic or Latino (22.2%). The 150%-time completion rate is 36.96%. Approximately 32.09% of students receive Pell Grants. About 46.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Farmington, NM 87402-4699
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 36.96% graduation rate at San Juan College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 60 distinct degree programs, San Juan College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is San Juan College located?
San Juan College is located in Farmington, NM.
How much does San Juan College cost?
Reported tuition is $1,928 and average net price is $5,769 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,679 annually.
What is the student body demographics at San Juan College?
San Juan College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 8,675 students, American Indian or Alaska Native (37.4%), White (30.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend San Juan College?
About 46.9% of students at San Juan College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of San Juan College earn?
Median earnings are $29,329 six years after entry and $36,513 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at San Juan College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do San Juan College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,750.
Is San Juan College public or private?
San Juan College is a public institution located in Farmington, NM.
Is San Juan College an HBCU?
No. San Juan College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is San Juan College a tribal college?
No. San Juan College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is San Juan College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, San Juan College does not meet that proxy (reported share 22.2%).
Is San Juan College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for San Juan College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- New Mexico college costs
- New Mexico colleges by ROI
- New Mexico trade schools profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in New Mexico
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.