Southeast New Mexico College

Carlsbad, New Mexico · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$5,734

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

19.8%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

469

In-state tuition

$1,176

Out-of-state tuition

$4,008

Cost of attendance

$13,604

Median earnings (10y)

Not available

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

10 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (46%), health (29%), trades & services (11%).

  • STEM1%
  • Health29%
  • Business8%
  • Humanities & arts46%
  • Social sciences5%
  • Trades & services11%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

13 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's97
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate30
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's28
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's24
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's11
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's10
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's10
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate9
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Associate's7
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's6
Education, General.Associate's5
Social Work.Associate's5
Precision Metal Working.Associate's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Southeast New Mexico College

Southeast New Mexico College is a small institution located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 469 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Interdisciplinary.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Southeast New Mexico College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,734 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $1,176 for in-state students and $4,008 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,604 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 19.8%, a below-average completion outcome.

Programs & majors

Southeast New Mexico College confers degrees and certificates across 10 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (46% of credentials), health (29% of credentials), trades & services (11% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Carlsbad, New Mexico (rural), Southeast New Mexico College draws students from across New Mexico and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Southeast New Mexico College

Q.How much does Southeast New Mexico College cost?

The average net price at Southeast New Mexico College is $5,734 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,604.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Southeast New Mexico College?

Southeast New Mexico College has a 6-year graduation rate of 19.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.What is tuition at Southeast New Mexico College?

Published tuition is $1,176 in-state and $4,008 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Southeast New Mexico College located?

Southeast New Mexico College is located in Carlsbad, New Mexico (ZIP 88220).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Southeast New Mexico College at their official website.