As a branch campus of the largest university in the state, we are able to offer our students many of the same benefits available on the Albuquerque campus. With an average class size of 15 students, UNM-LA provides the individual attention more often found at a small liberal arts college than at a state university.
School Highlights
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus serves 349 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
Enrollment: 349 students
In-state tuition: $1,770
Out-state tuition: $4,884
Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 72%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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The student population of University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus has declined by 62% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 19:1 over five years.
The University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
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.
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry Trends (2008-2023)
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Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $1,770 is less than the state average of $1,992. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,884 is more than the state average of $4,440. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
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Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Our exceptional faculty make teaching their top priority. Because
of our proximity to Los Alamos National Laboratory, we have been
able to attract top faculty in many areas, including technology and
the sciences, and many of our students eventually become lab
employees. Los Alamos offers excellent employment opportunities in
both the public and private sector and UNM-LA works closely with
local employers to help students prepare for careers in fields
where job prospects are good. UNM-LA currently offers 19 associate
degrees and 15 certificate programs and is also an excellent place
to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree program.
UNM-LA can prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or
university by its offering of general education requirements and
specifically those that satisfy the UNM Core Curriculum. UNM-LA
encourages students to participate in campus life. Whether your
interests lie with student government, art, music or community
service, you'll be encouraged to contribute your talents in making
UNMLA an interesting place to be. We have a beautiful campus and
our Student Center is a great place to meet other students, play
pool, watch movies, or get a meal. UNM-LA offers a full range of
educational opportunities, including Community Education for both
children and adults and Adult Basic Education classes. Through
UNM's Extended University, students may complete a bachelor's or a
master's degree in selected majors. UNM-LA specializes in courses
geared to those completing the first two years of college and to
those interested in earning a two-year associate's degree or a
certificate in a particular field of study.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus cost?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus's tuition is approximately $1,770 for In-State students and $4,884 for Out-State students.
What is University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus's ranking?
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Quick Facts (26-27)
Enrollment: 349 students
In-state tuition: $1,770
Out-state tuition: $4,884
Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Minority enrollment: 72%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
