Eastern New Mexico University-roswell Campus
School Notes Overview:
Located in a semi-urban community of about 50,000, the modern campus is the perfect setting for success. Established in 1958 as Roswell Community College, a branch of Eastern New Mexico University, students initially enrolled in evening classes offered at a local high school. Daytime classes were later held at the old post office. When Walker Air Force Base closed in 1967, the college acquired buildings and land to establish a campus. The college was renamed Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Chaves 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 | 1,365 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 2,525 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 3,890 students | 2,213 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 125 students | 229 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 78% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 60% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,344 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 63% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,056 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 17% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $773 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 13% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,345 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- ENMU - Roswell has since become a growing comprehensive community college offering a variety of educational opportunities to a diverse student population. The college confers certificates, associate's degrees and certificates of occupational training in contemporary career/technical programs and general transfer academic programs. Upper division and graduate level courses are also offered through a distance education program with the main campus in Portales.
- Classes are taught by 62 full-time instructors and more than 200 adjunct instructors. Programs include Aviation Maintenance Technology, Emergency Medical Services, Dental Assisting, Computer Application Systems, and Drafting Technology. An increasing number of online classes are also offered each semester.
- The campus features modern classrooms and labs. In the new Instructional Technology Center, students take advantage of the latest in educational technology. The center houses an open student computer lab, instructional television classrooms, computer and science labs, and 'smart' classrooms. Residence Halls offer on-campus housing for approximately 120 students. Students enjoy apartment-style living with two-bedroom suites.
- ENMU - Roswell is accredited as an operationally separate campus by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Extended degree courses offered on the Roswell Campus are accredited through the main campus in Portales.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
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Note: Data has been gathered from several government and commercial data sources. School data reflects years 2002-04 statistics (most recent years available). Area and demographic data reflects year 2000 statistics. Public School Review does not ensure the timeliness or accuracy of the information on this site.
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