- For more than 35 years, Santa Fe Community College has been the gateway to success for individuals and the community by providing affordable, high-quality educational programs that serve the social, cultural, technological and economic needs of a diverse community. SFCC is designated a Best for Vets and a Military Friendly school. The college serves more than 13,000 students per year in its credit, noncredit and adult programs.
School Highlights
Santa Fe Community College serves 4,469 students (15% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 4,469 students
- In-state tuition: $2,139
- Out-state tuition: $4,131
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 68%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Santa Fe Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 168 teachers has declined by 34% over five years.
Santa Fe Community College
(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
168 staff
51 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Student Body
The student population of Santa Fe Community College has grown by 8% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Santa Fe Community College diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,469 students
1,144 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
690 students
344 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
3,779 students
800 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,469 students
896 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
690 students
357 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,779 students
886 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
51%
50%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
2%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
32%
26%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
4%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.67
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
18%
28%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$41,010
$43,922
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,139 is more than the state average of $1,992. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,131 is less than the state average of $4,440. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,139
$1,992
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,131
$4,440
Tuition Notes
In-district tuition fees: 1851
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
69%
92%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,236
$13,236
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,125
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Acceptance Rate
100%
100%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Established in 1983, Santa Fe Community College has grown rapidly, both in enrollment and campus expansion. Today, the college serves more than 8,000 students in any given semester in its credit, noncredit and adult basic education programs. SFCC's campus is situated on 366 acres off Richards Avenue, south of Rodeo Road. Construction has been guided by a long-range campus development plan, which has enabled the college to create a first-class, state-of-the-art learning environment with modern classrooms, technologically smart labs and other specialized spaces, including centers for fitness education, the arts, early childhood development and instructional technology. SFCC is currently accredited through the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), one of six regional accrediting associations in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Santa Fe Community College cost?
Santa Fe Community College's tuition is approximately $2,139 for In-State students and $4,131 for Out-State students.
What schools are Santa Fe Community College often compared to?
Santa Fe Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Central New Mexico Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Santa Fe Community College?
The acceptance rate of Santa Fe Community College is 100%, which is equal to the state average of 100%.
What is Santa Fe Community College's ranking?
Santa Fe Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Largest student body.
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