University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

1157 County Road 110
Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557
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Tel: (575) 737-6200
taos.unm.edu
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  • 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 1,143 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 72%.

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 445% over five years.
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: High Transfer-High NontraditionalAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution LevelLess than 2 yrsFour or more years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty109 staff137 staff
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Student Body

The student population of University of New Mexico-Taos Campus has declined by 36% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 35:1 over five years.
The University of New Mexico-Taos Campus diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment1,143 students1,649 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio10:112:1
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# Full-Time Students247 students460 students
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# Part-Time Students896 students1,189 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
10%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
57%
50%
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% Black
1%
3%
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% White
28%
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
4%
4%
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Diversity Score0.590.66
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College Completion Rate
24%
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 $1,902 is less than the state average of $2,084. 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 $4,620. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$1,902$2,084
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Out-State Tuition Fees$4,782$4,620
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid94%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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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: 2020 (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
  • Northern New Mexico College
    Public
    1,119 students | 46.50 Mi921 Paseo de Onate
    Espanola, NM 87532
    (505) 747-2100     46.501,119
  • Luna Community College
    Public
    1,043 students | 51.70 Mi336 Luna Drive
    Las Vegas, NM 87701
    (505) 454-2500     51.701,043
  • University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus
    Public
    912 students | 61.90 Mi4000 University Dr
    Los Alamos, NM 87544
    (505) 662-5919     61.90912
  • Santa Fe Community College
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    Public
    4,110 students | 62.70 Mi6401 Richards Ave
    Santa Fe, NM 87508
    (505) 428-1000     62.704,110
  • Southwestern College
    Private not-for-profit
    174 students | 62.70 Mi3960 San Felipe Road
    Santa Fe, NM 87507
    (505) 467-6806     62.70174
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Quick Stats (2022)
  • Students: 1,143 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,902
  • Out-state tuition: $4,782
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 72%
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