Central New Mexico Community College Tuition & Completion
Central New Mexico Community College is a public community college in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with about 15,203 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,621 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,060. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (55.1%) and White (24.4%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,060
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,621 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 15,203 29.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 31.17%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 47.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 41.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 28,593
- Room & Board: $13,574 annual estimate
Central New Mexico Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Central New Mexico Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central New Mexico Community College?
Central New Mexico Community College is located in Albuquerque, NM (ZIP 87106).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Central New Mexico Community College public or private?
Central New Mexico Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Central New Mexico Community College cost?
Published tuition: $2,060 in-state, $8,684 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,621.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $2,975 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,721 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,897 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,453 |
| $110,001+ | $9,432 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $8,240.
How big is Central New Mexico Community College?
Total enrollment: 15,203 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 28,593 students.
About 29% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central New Mexico Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 31.17%.
First-year retention: 60.0%.
What do graduates of Central New Mexico Community College earn?
Median earnings: $32,460 six years after entry; $36,869 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $6,612.
26.76% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central New Mexico Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (1,386 completions)
- General Studies (1,262 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (333 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (241 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (210 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (206 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (203 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (164 completions)
- Psychology, General (157 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (136 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central New Mexico Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 31.17%; median earnings $36,869 at 10 years; net price $4,621. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,060
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central New Mexico Community College was $2,060.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,621
2024 Value
In 2024 Central New Mexico Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,621.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,484 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,621 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$8,240 4-Year In-State Tuition
$34,736 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$13,574 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,488 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,122 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$68,488 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Central New Mexico Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.76% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
16.24% 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 Central New Mexico Community 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 Central New Mexico Community 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 | $1,364 | $6,656 | $3,961 |
| 2014 | $1,376 | $6,656 | $4,043 |
| 2015 | $1,448 | $6,704 | $3,213 |
| 2016 | $1,472 | $6,848 | $3,717 |
| 2017 | $1,578 | $7,170 | $4,066 |
| 2018 | $1,626 | $7,338 | $3,632 |
| 2019 | $1,650 | $7,410 | $3,429 |
| 2020 | $1,650 | $7,410 | $3,040 |
| 2021 | $1,684 | $7,540 | $3,663 |
| 2022 | $1,858 | $7,978 | $2,448 |
| 2023 | $1,934 | $8,366 | $3,454 |
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
Central New Mexico Community College reported total enrollment of about 15,203 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 37% male and 63% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (55.1%), White (24.4%), and American Indian or Alaska Native (6.7%). About 26.76% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
29.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central New Mexico Community College in 2024 is 15,203 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 28,593 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
60.0%
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 55.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.40% 100% Completion Time
31.17% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.40% of students graduating from Central New Mexico Community 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: 32% male / 68% female
- General Studies: 35% male / 65% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 36% male / 64% 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 Central New Mexico Community College.
Return on Investment
$6,612 Median Student Debt
$36,869 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
17.93% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1894.64% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central New Mexico Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 126 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 1,386 completions
2. General Studies: 1,262 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 333 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 241 completions
5. Health Professions and Related Programs: 210 completions
6. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 206 completions
7. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 203 completions
8. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 164 completions
9. Psychology, General: 157 completions
Most popular programs at Central New Mexico Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central New Mexico Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central New Mexico Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,214
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,955
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central New Mexico Community College is a public institution located in Albuquerque, NM, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 15,203 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (55.1%), White (24.4%), American Indian or Alaska Native (6.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 31.17%. Approximately 26.76% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 31.17% graduation rate at Central New Mexico Community 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 126 distinct degree programs, Central New Mexico Community 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 Central New Mexico Community College located?
Central New Mexico Community College is located in Albuquerque, NM.
How much does Central New Mexico Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,060 and average net price is $4,621 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,574 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Central New Mexico Community College?
Central New Mexico Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 28,593 students, Hispanic or Latino (55.1%), White (24.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central New Mexico Community College?
About 47.7% of students at Central New Mexico Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central New Mexico Community College earn?
Median earnings are $32,460 six years after entry and $36,869 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central New Mexico Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 31.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central New Mexico Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $6,612.
Is Central New Mexico Community College public or private?
Central New Mexico Community College is a public institution located in Albuquerque, NM.
Is Central New Mexico Community College an HBCU?
No. Central New Mexico Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central New Mexico Community College a tribal college?
No. Central New Mexico Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central New Mexico Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Central New Mexico Community College reports 55.1% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Central New Mexico Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Central New Mexico Community 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
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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.