- Brookline College - Albuquerque is a truly unique career college and there is no other career college that does what we do. IIA College is an independent, accredited institution dedicated to meeting the educational needs of a developing multicultural society. The institution is committed to preparing students academically and professionally to meet the constantly changing employment requirements of business, industry, public service organizations, and medical support agencies functioning in a highly advanced and expanding technological community.
School Highlights
Brookline College-Albuquerque serves 560 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Acceptance Rate: 50%
- Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
- Minority enrollment: 81%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Brookline College-Albuquerque ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five years.
Brookline College-Albuquerque
(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
26 staff
51 staff
Number of Programs Offered
4
14
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Brookline College-Albuquerque has declined by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Brookline College-Albuquerque diversity score of 0.65 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
560 students
908 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
560 students
344 students
# Part-Time Students
10 students
800 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
570 students
896 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
560 students
357 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10 students
800 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
8%
10%
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
55%
50%
% Black
8%
3%
% White
19%
26%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
5%
5%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
11%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
64%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,600
$36,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$13,236
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$6,125
Acceptance Rate
50%
100%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- ACICS-Nationally Accredited. Brookline College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award certificates, diplomas, associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, and master's degrees. The Accediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. 2) New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED)-Brookine College is licensed in Arizona by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and in New Mexico by the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Brookline College-Albuquerque often compared to?
Brookline College-Albuquerqueis often viewed alongside schools like Central New Mexico Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Brookline College-Albuquerque?
The acceptance rate of Brookline College-Albuquerque is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 100%. Brookline College-Albuquerque's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in New Mexico with low acceptance rates.
What is Brookline College-Albuquerque's ranking?
Brookline College-Albuquerque ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Lowest acceptance rates.
In what neighborhood is Brookline College-Albuquerque located?
Brookline College-Albuquerque is located in the Pat Hurley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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