Luna Community College

336 Luna Drive
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • 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 Highlights

Luna Community College serves 743 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 743 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,198
  • Out-state tuition: $2,230
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 84%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Luna Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 71% over five years.
Luna 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
39 staff
51 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Luna Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Luna Community College diversity score of 0.40 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
743 students
1,144 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
253 students
344 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Students
490 students
800 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Enrollment Undergraduate
743 students
896 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
253 students
357 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
490 students
886 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
10%
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
76%
50%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Black
2%
3%
% White
16%
26%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.67

Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
28%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$37,371
$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 $1,198 is less than the state average of $1,992. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $2,230 is less than the state average of $4,440. The out-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,198
$1,992
Out-State Tuition Fees
$2,230
$4,440
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
72%
92%

Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Debt for Graduates
$3,346
$13,236

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$6,125

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
BaseballSoftball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Luna Community College cost?
Luna Community College's tuition is approximately $1,198 for In-State students and $2,230 for Out-State students.
What sports does Luna Community College offer?
Luna Community College offers 2 interscholastic sports: Baseball and Softball.
What is Luna Community College's ranking?
Luna Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 743 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,198
  • Out-state tuition: $2,230
  • Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 84%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For New Mexico public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,992 per year for in-state students and $4,440 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in New Mexico is 91%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

New Mexico community colleges have a diversity score of 0.67, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in New Mexico is New Mexico Military Institute. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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