University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

1157 County Road 110
Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • 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 (26-27)

  • 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)

Top Rankings

University of New Mexico-Taos Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus
(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
Year Founded
2011
Total Faculty
43 staff
51 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
'Serving the diverse needs of Northern New Mexico.'

Student Body

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 less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
896 students
1,144 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
181 students
344 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
715 students
800 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
896 students
896 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
181 students
357 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
715 students
886 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
10%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
54%
50%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
2%
3%
% White
30%
26%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.67

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
28%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,000
$34,400

Tuition & Financial Aid

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.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,902
$1,992
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,782
$4,440
Tuition Notes
$800 per month (for full pay families with infants)
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
92%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$18,500
$13,236

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,125

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

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?
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • 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)

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 87%. 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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