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Central New Mexico Community College

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Trimester
Student body size Medium
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Students retention rate 62%
On-time graduation rate 25%

Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, CNMCC is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college follows a trimester-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into three terms. This system offers students the opportunity to progress at an accelerated pace, allowing for more intensive coursework and faster programs completion.

One of the notable aspects of Central New Mexico Community College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Central New Mexico Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at CNMCC is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in New Mexico is 11-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at CNMCC is reported to be 25%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, New Mexico state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 36% whereas the national average was 35%.

The student retention rate of 62% at CNMCC suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$1,684

Cost of attendance at Central New Mexico Community College in 2022 for students from New Mexico.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Mexico's average $6,451
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$7,540

Cost of attendance at Central New Mexico Community College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Mexico's average $14,455
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 84 of freshman students at Central New Mexico Community College received on average $4,514 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,514
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 764 46% $5,221 $3,988,635
Other Federal Grant 1,074 65% $4,133 $4,439,007
State Grant/Scholarships 1,062 64% $1,460 $1,550,170
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 542 33% $502 $272,132
Total Grant & Scholarships 1,387 84% $4,514 $6,261,309

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Central New Mexico Community College students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Central New Mexico Community College students is 24.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 26.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 22.3%.

24.8%

  • asian 36.1% 13 students
  • African American 9.7% 6 students
  • white 28.7% 137 students
  • unknown 23.1% 33 students
  • hispanic 24.1% 321 students
  • Mixed Race 26.8% 15 students

Service Offerings

Central New Mexico Community College provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Central New Mexico Community College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent
  • High school education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)