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Northern New Mexico College

Public Espanola, NM · Town · Southwest · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
30%
Graduation Rate
$38,112
Earnings (10yr)
$7,276
Net Price
926
Enrollment

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Overview

Northern New Mexico College is a solid choice for students looking to dive into fields like Education, Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Humanities, and Culinary & Personal Services. With a small enrollment of just 926 students, it cultivates an intimate learning environment where every voice can be heard. This setting is particularly appealing to those who value personal attention from faculty and a close-knit community.

After graduation, students can expect to earn around $38,112 after ten years. This figure shows a reasonable return on investment, especially when you consider the affordable nature of the programs. The graduation rate is 30%, which indicates that while some students may face challenges in completing their degrees, many still find pathways to success.

When it comes to the financial side, the net price after aid is about $7,276, with a median debt load of only $6,000. This makes it a manageable option for many students, particularly for those who might be receiving Pell Grants, which support lower-income students. Overall, students who thrive here typically appreciate a hands-on approach to learning and are keen on making a difference in their communities.

Rankings

How Northern Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation30%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$7KRetention52%Median Debt$6KPell Grant Rate32%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$7K$48-75K

Cost & Financial Aid

$6,400
In-State Tuition
$14,328
Out-of-State
$7,276
Avg Net Price
$6,000
Median Debt
32%
Pell Grant Rate
3%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,187
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,539
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,811
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$34,377
6 Years After Entry
$36,577
8 Years
$38,112
10 Years
0.16x
Debt-to-Earnings
45%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,377 6yr $36,577 8yr $38,112 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.30
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.14
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 52%
Full-Time Faculty 42%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,447
Diversity Index 0.55
First-Gen Students 63%

Top Programs

Education 27%
Business & Marketing 22%
Health Professions 9%
Humanities 6%
Culinary & Personal Services 4%
Biology & Biomedical 3%
Engineering 2%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%