Luna Community College
School Notes Overview:
Luna Community College is an institution of higher learning committed to serving the changing needs of its student population and the surrounding communities. Its mission is to provide comprehensive education, preparation for relevant employment, and opportunities for life-long learning. ...
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | San Miguel County, NM | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 1,618 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 389 students | 1,443 students |
| Total Enrollment | 2,007 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 70% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 68% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,240 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 36% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $800 | $1,275 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 5% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $750 | $1,147 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 5% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $1,757 | $3,143 |
School Notes:
- Luna Community College continues to be an outstanding institution of higher education. With a strong history of vocational-technical education, which began in 1970, and becoming a comprehensive community college in 1997, Luna Community College is dedicated to excellence in meeting the needs of students.
- With a broadened focus, Luna Community College offers the first two years of a Baccalaureate Degree and various Associate Degrees and Certificates, which meet the needs of students in Business and Professional Studies, Vocational Education, Technologies, Health Sciences and Developmental Education.
- Luna Community College (LCC) is the only community college in northeastern New Mexico. LCC is located in the lower slopes of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range overlooking the city of Las Vegas, New Mexico. LCC enjoys an outstanding reputation for its caliber of facilities, teaching methods, curricula, and dedication to excellence.
- Luna Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
- Profile last updated: 10/15/2008.
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