School Highlights
Central New Mexico Community College serves 19,342 students (24% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 19,342 students
- In-state tuition: $1,376
- Out-state tuition: $6,656
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
- Minority enrollment: 75%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Central New Mexico Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 570 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
Central New Mexico 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
570 staff
51 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central New Mexico Community College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Central New Mexico Community College diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
19,342 students
908 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
4,569 students
344 students
# Part-Time Students
14,773 students
800 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
19,342 students
896 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,569 students
357 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
14,773 students
800 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
10%
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
54%
50%
% Black
3%
3%
% White
25%
26%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
6%
5%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$36,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,376 is less than the state average of $1,992. The in-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,656 is more than the state average of $4,440. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,376
$1,992
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,656
$4,440
Tuition Notes
$1,584 per year for residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,834
$13,236
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,765
$6,125
Acceptance Rate
82%
100%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central New Mexico Community College cost?
Central New Mexico Community College's tuition is approximately $1,376 for In-State students and $6,656 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Central New Mexico Community College?
The acceptance rate of Central New Mexico Community College is 82%, which is lower than the state average of 100%.
What is Central New Mexico Community College's ranking?
Central New Mexico Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Central New Mexico Community College located?
Central New Mexico Community College is located in the Silver Hill neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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