University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus
About University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The University of New Mexico's Los Alamos campus teaches in the town the atomic bomb was built in, beside the national laboratory that still employs many of its students. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
Founded
1980
Location
Los Alamos, New Mexico
Students
218
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
22.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,214
Out-of-state: $5,686
Avg Net Price
$13,470
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,792
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$10
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
22.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
50%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
14%
$/Student
$3.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 22.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,214
In-State
$5,686
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,783
After Financial Aid
$13,470
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,916
Receive Grants
15.5%
Take Loans
13.6%
Tuition is $2,214/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,470.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus fund their education.
While in School
15.5%
Get Grants
Free money
13.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,972
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,450
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$196/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 13.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,450. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus.
Gender
48.2%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
218
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
35.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 41% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
218
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campusearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,792
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$26K
12 grads
1yr Earnings
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
10 grads
Engineering, General
—
6 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
2 grads
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
—
2 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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