Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a public community college in Ruidoso, New Mexico, enrolling about 377 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $2,042 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,372. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (38.7%) and White (28.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,372
- 2024 Average Net Price: $2,042 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 377 34.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 28.57%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 45.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 36.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 19.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,148
- Room & Board: $7,498 annual estimate
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College?
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is located in Ruidoso, NM (ZIP 88345).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College public or private?
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College cost?
Published tuition: $1,372 in-state, $3,268 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $2,042.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $736 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $2,495 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,724 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $5,931 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $5,488.
How big is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College?
Total enrollment: 377 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,148 students.
About 34% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 28.57%.
First-year retention: 32.6%.
What do graduates of Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College earn?
Median earnings: $33,619 six years after entry; $38,550 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $16,500.
14.09% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (33 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (26 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (10 completions)
- System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager (7 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (7 completions)
- 00.0460 (6 completions)
- Education, General (4 completions)
- Child Care and Support Services Management (4 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (4 completions)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 28.57%; median earnings $38,550 at 10 years; net price $2,042. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,372
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College was $1,372.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$2,042
2024 Value
In 2024 Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $2,042.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$8,168 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$2,042 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$5,488 4-Year In-State Tuition
$13,072 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$7,498 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$950 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$9,820 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$39,280 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
14.09% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.54% 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 Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch 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 Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch 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 | $1,012 | $3,580 | $8,422 |
| 2014 | $1,036 | $3,604 | $7,877 |
| 2015 | $1,036 | $3,604 | $9,508 |
| 2016 | $1,132 | $3,940 | $7,019 |
| 2017 | $1,180 | $4,132 | $9,110 |
| 2018 | $1,180 | $2,260 | $7,001 |
| 2019 | $1,300 | $2,500 | $5,441 |
| 2020 | $1,372 | $2,644 | $6,738 |
| 2021 | $1,372 | $2,644 | $5,362 |
| 2022 | $1,372 | $2,644 | $3,111 |
| 2023 | $1,372 | $2,644 | $4,230 |
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
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College reported total enrollment of about 377 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 29% male and 71% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (38.7%), White (28.6%), and American Indian or Alaska Native (14.3%). About 14.09% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 45.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
34.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College in 2024 is 377 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,148 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
32.6%
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 38.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
11.43% 100% Completion Time
28.57% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 11.43% of students graduating from Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 30% male / 70% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 12% male / 88% female
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 70% male / 30% 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 Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College.
Return on Investment
$16,500 Median Student Debt
$38,550 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
42.80% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
4619.64% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 17 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 33 completions
2. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 26 completions
3. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 10 completions
4. System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager: 7 completions
5. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 7 completions
6. 00.0460: 6 completions
7. Education, General: 4 completions
8. Child Care and Support Services Management: 4 completions
9. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 4 completions
Most popular programs at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 19.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,877
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,734
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a public institution located in Ruidoso, NM, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. Enrollment is approximately 377 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (38.7%), White (28.6%), American Indian or Alaska Native (14.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 28.57%. Approximately 14.09% of students receive Pell Grants. About 45.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Location
Ruidoso, NM 88345
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 28.57% graduation rate at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College located?
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is located in Ruidoso, NM.
How much does Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $1,372 and average net price is $2,042 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,498 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College?
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,148 students, Hispanic or Latino (38.7%), White (28.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College?
About 45.6% of students at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College earn?
Median earnings are $33,619 six years after entry and $38,550 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 28.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $16,500.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College public or private?
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a public institution located in Ruidoso, NM.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College an HBCU?
No. Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College a tribal college?
No. Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College reports 38.7% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch 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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- Southwest regional profile
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- 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.