University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus

4000 University Dr
Los Alamos, NM 87544
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Tel: (505) 662-5919
losalamos.unm.edu
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  • 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 912 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 72%.

Top Rankings

University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus ranks among the top 20% of community colleges in New Mexico for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 2350% over five years.
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High NontraditionalAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution LevelLess than 2 yrsFour or more years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty49 staff137 staff
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Student Body

The student population of University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus has grown by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment912 students1,649 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio19:112:1
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# Full-Time Students156 students460 students
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# Part-Time Students756 students1,189 students
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Total Dormitory Capacity		-363 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
10%
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% Asian
2%
2%
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% Hispanic
49%
50%
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% Black
2%
3%
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% White
34%
28%
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% Two or more races
3%
2%
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% Non Resident races
1%
1%
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% Unknown races
2%
4%
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Diversity Score0.640.66
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College Completion Rate
19%
24%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$42,000$34,400
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,770 is less than the state average of $2,084. The in-state tuition has declined by 17% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,884 is more than the state average of $4,620. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$1,770$2,084
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Out-State Tuition Fees$4,884$4,620
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid88%87%
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Median Debt for Graduates$18,750$16,082
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Median Debt for Dropouts$9,983$6,500
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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) 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.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is Northern New Mexico College (15.3 miles away).
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Quick Stats (2022)
  • Students: 912 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,770
  • Out-state tuition: $4,884
  • Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
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