The University of New Mexico - Taos is a branch community college of the University of New Mexico. We offer Associate degree and vocational Certificate programs, adult basic education (ABE and GED), workforce training, and courses for personal enrichment.
School Highlights
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus serves 896 students (20% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
Enrollment: 896 students
In-state tuition: $1,902
Out-state tuition: $4,782
Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 70%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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The student population of University of New Mexico-Taos Campus has declined by 14% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The University of New Mexico-Taos Campus diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,902 is less than the state average of $1,992. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,782 is more than the state average of $4,440. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
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Tuition Notes
$800 per month (for full pay families with infants)
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Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Phi Theta Kappa Honor SocietyStudent Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
At UNM-Taos we offer a wide variety of courses, certifications and
degrees taught by talented professionals in Northern New Mexico.
Academic programs are grouped into six Academies: Arts and Culture,
Business and Computer Technology, Professions and Liberal Arts,
Holistic Health and Human Services, Science and Natural Resources
and Trades and Industry. Each academy offers degree and certificate
programs as well as courses for personal enrichment and general
enrichment. The faculty of UNM-Taos is predominately part-time with
a few who hold both teaching and administrative positions. All
UNM-Taos faculty receive approval from the appropriate departments
of the University of New Mexico. In addition many have had years of
experience working and/or teaching and enjoy outstanding
reputations in their fields. UNM-Taos offers a diverse selection of
for-credit and non-credit Community Education courses. The program
provides residents of Taos and the surrounding area with lifelong
learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Courses are offered as workshops or on a regularly scheduled basis
and are instructed by qualified and experienced Instructors.
UNM-Taos programs are fully accredited by the North Central
Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of New Mexico-Taos Campus cost?
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus's tuition is approximately $1,902 for In-State students and $4,782 for Out-State students.
What is University of New Mexico-Taos Campus's ranking?
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Quick Facts (2026)
Enrollment: 896 students
In-state tuition: $1,902
Out-state tuition: $4,782
Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Minority enrollment: 70%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
