Navajo Technical University
Navajo Technical University is a public certificate and vocational school in Crownpoint, New Mexico, enrolling about 1,124 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. In-state tuition starts near $4,346 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,346
- 2024 Average Net Price: $5,338 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,124 61.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 11.88%
Navajo Technical University: what the data shows
Common questions about Navajo Technical University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Navajo Technical University?
Navajo Technical University is located in Crownpoint, NM (ZIP 87313-0849).
Is Navajo Technical University public or private?
Navajo Technical University is a Public institution.
How much does Navajo Technical University cost?
Published tuition: $4,346.
Average net price after aid: $5,338.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,293 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,458 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,806 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,221 |
| $110,001+ | $10,821 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $17,384.
How big is Navajo Technical University?
Total enrollment: 1,124 students.
About 61% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Navajo Technical University?
150%-time completion rate: 11.88%.
First-year retention: 37.9%.
What do graduates of Navajo Technical University earn?
Median earnings: $23,280 six years after entry; $26,364 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
49.44% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Navajo Technical University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (184 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (27 completions)
- CIP 511105 (24 completions)
- Welding Technology (12 completions)
- CIP 490205 (9 completions)
- CIP 520401 (9 completions)
- CIP 240102 (8 completions)
- General Mathematics (8 completions)
- CIP 131101 (7 completions)
- Culinary Arts & Related Services (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Navajo Technical University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 11.88%; median earnings $26,364 at 10 years; net price $5,338. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$4,346
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Navajo Technical University was $4,346.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$5,338
2024 Value
In 2024 Navajo Technical University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,338.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,352 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$5,338 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$17,384 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Navajo Technical University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
49.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Navajo Technical University was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
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 Navajo Technical University 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 | $2,590 | $3,790 | $4,149 |
| 2014 | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,821 |
| 2015 | $4,170 | $4,170 | $5,378 |
| 2016 | $4,070 | $4,070 | $4,853 |
| 2017 | $4,070 | $4,070 | $6,058 |
| 2018 | $4,070 | $4,070 | $6,064 |
| 2019 | $4,070 | $4,070 | $4,962 |
| 2020 | $4,070 | $4,070 | $7,982 |
| 2021 | $4,070 | $4,070 | $2,993 |
| 2022 | $3,278 | $3,278 | $3,380 |
| 2023 | $4,250 | $4,250 | $3,307 |
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.
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
61.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Navajo Technical University in 2024 is 1,124 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
37.9%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
11.88% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Navajo Technical University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Navajo Technical University.
Return on Investment
$26,364 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
1134.73% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Navajo Technical University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 27 completions
CIP 51.1105: 24 completions
Welding Technology: 12 completions
CIP 49.0205: 9 completions
CIP 52.0401: 9 completions
CIP 24.0102: 8 completions
General Mathematics: 8 completions
CIP 13.1101: 7 completions
Culinary Arts & Related Services: 6 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 184 completions
Most popular programs at Navajo Technical University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Navajo Technical University graduates.
About
Navajo Technical University is a public institution located in Crownpoint, NM, offering 35 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,124 students. The institution maintains a 11.88% graduation rate. Approximately 49.44% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Crownpoint, NM 87313-0849
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 11.88% graduation rate at Navajo Technical University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Navajo Technical University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $4,346 and average net price is $5,338 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Navajo Technical University earn?
Median earnings are $23,280 six years after entry and $26,364 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Navajo Technical University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 11.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How big is Navajo Technical University?
Total enrollment is about 1,124 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Navajo Technical University public or private?
Navajo Technical University is a public institution located in Crownpoint, NM.
Is Navajo Technical University an HBCU?
No. Navajo Technical University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Navajo Technical University a tribal college?
Yes. Navajo Technical University is flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS (TRIBAL = Yes).
Is Navajo Technical University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Navajo Technical University does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.4%).
Is Navajo Technical University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Navajo Technical University 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
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.