University of New Mexico Tuition & Completion (2026)
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is a public community college in Los Alamos, New Mexico, enrolling about 218 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $13,470 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,214. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (50.5%) and White (40.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,214
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,470 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 218 45.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 22.50%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 41.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 14.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,695
- Room & Board: $12,000 annual estimate
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus: what the data shows
Common questions about University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is located in Los Alamos, NM (ZIP 87544).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus public or private?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is a Public institution.
How much does University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus cost?
Published tuition: $2,214 in-state, $5,686 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $13,470.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,916 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,213 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,910 |
| $110,001+ | $17,783 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $8,856.
How big is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus?
Total enrollment: 218 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,695 students.
About 45% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus?
150%-time completion rate: 22.50%.
First-year retention: 50.0%.
What do graduates of University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus earn?
Median earnings: $37,150 six years after entry; $44,792 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,450.
15.49% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (14 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (12 completions)
- General Studies (10 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (9 completions)
- Engineering, General (5 completions)
- Robotics Technology/Technician (5 completions)
- Physical Sciences, General (5 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (2 completions)
- Environmental Science (1 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 22.50%; median earnings $44,792 at 10 years; net price $13,470. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,214
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus was $2,214.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,470
2024 Value
In 2024 University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,470.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,880 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,470 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$8,856 4-Year In-State Tuition
$22,744 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,000 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,714 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$62,856 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.49% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
13.59% 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 University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus 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 University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus 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 | $1,665 | $4,572 | $5,049 |
| 2014 | $1,770 | $4,884 | $6,655 |
| 2015 | $2,032 | $5,048 | $6,201 |
| 2016 | $2,152 | $5,384 | $8,053 |
| 2017 | $2,224 | $5,588 | $7,848 |
| 2018 | $2,096 | $5,588 | $10,172 |
| 2019 | $2,151 | $5,623 | $11,136 |
| 2020 | $2,076 | $5,568 | $12,394 |
| 2021 | $2,076 | $5,568 | $9,755 |
| 2022 | $2,214 | $5,578 | $10,484 |
| 2023 | $2,214 | $5,686 | $10,050 |
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
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus reported total enrollment of about 218 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 52% male and 48% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (50.5%), White (40.8%), and American Indian or Alaska Native (4.6%). About 15.49% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 41.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
45.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus in 2024 is 218 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,695 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
50.0%
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 Hispanic or Latino at 50.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
7.50% 100% Completion Time
22.50% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 7.50% of students graduating from University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 57% male / 43% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 50% male / 50% female
- General Studies: 60% male / 40% 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: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus.
Return on Investment
$18,450 Median Student Debt
$44,792 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
41.19% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
731.33% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 13 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 14 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 12 completions
3. General Studies: 10 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 9 completions
5. Engineering, General: 5 completions
6. Robotics Technology/Technician: 5 completions
7. Physical Sciences, General: 5 completions
8. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 2 completions
9. Environmental Science: 1 completions
Most popular programs at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 14.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,267
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,518
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is a public institution located in Los Alamos, NM, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies. Enrollment is approximately 218 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (50.5%), White (40.8%), American Indian or Alaska Native (4.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 22.50%. Approximately 15.49% of students receive Pell Grants. About 41.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Location
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 22.50% graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus located?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is located in Los Alamos, NM.
How much does University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus cost?
Reported tuition is $2,214 and average net price is $13,470 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,000 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,695 students, Hispanic or Latino (50.5%), White (40.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus?
About 41.0% of students at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus earn?
Median earnings are $37,150 six years after entry and $44,792 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus?
The 150%-time completion rate is 22.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,450.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus public or private?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is a public institution located in Los Alamos, NM.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus an HBCU?
No. University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus a tribal college?
No. University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus reports 50.5% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus 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.