University of New Mexico-Taos Campus
Tel:
(575) 737-6200
- 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 1,793 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 30:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 65%.
Top Placements
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus places among the top 20% of community colleges in New Mexico for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Earnings Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation)
School Overview
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus | (NM) Community College Avg. | |
Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
Institution Control | Public | Public |
Total Faculty | 51 staff | 72 staff |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 3 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Government Arts and Music Programs: Art Club |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
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.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to University of New Mexico-Taos Campus is Northern New Mexico College (46.5 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- 1,371 students | 46.50 Mi921 Paseo de Onate
Espanola,  NM  87532
(505) 747-2100 46.501,371 - Luna Community CollegePublic1,440 students | 51.70 Mi336 Luna Drive
Las Vegas,  NM  87701
(505) 454-2500 51.701,440 - 848 students | 61.90 Mi4000 University Dr
Los Alamos,  NM  87544
(505) 662-5919 61.90848 - 6,242 students | 62.70 Mi6401 Richards Ave
Santa Fe,  NM  87508
(505) 428-1000 62.706,242 - 1,783 students | 73.50 Mi600 Prospect St
Trinidad,  CO  81082
(719) 846-5011 73.501,783
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