- 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 2,045 students (9% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,045 students
- In-state tuition: $1,902
- Out-state tuition: $4,782
- Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 73%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus
(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
109 staff
111 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of University of New Mexico-Taos Campus has grown by 78% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,045 students
1,548 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
193 students
371 students
# Part-Time Students
1,852 students
1,774 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
204 students
284 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
193 students
490 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
146 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,790 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
128 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
258 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
10%
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
56%
50%
% Black
2%
3%
% White
27%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
5%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.67
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2375%
0.2452%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3955%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,000
$36,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,902 is less than the state average of $2,058. 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 $4,570. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,902
$2,058
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,782
$4,570
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,500
$13,236
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,125
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
485
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
455
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
21
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
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (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.
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.
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The nearest community college to University of New Mexico-Taos Campus is Northern New Mexico College (46.5 miles away)
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