Why Choose ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº
Top Three Reasons to Attend ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº
Your future deserves a strong start. ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº New Mexico Community College (ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº) offers the value, preparation, and recognition that can help you succeed.
ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº is one of the most cost-effective colleges in the nation, ranked #13 for in-state tuition, graduation rate, and student-to-faculty ratio.
At ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº, you’ll have access to a wide range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, and work-study programs. We also offer a variety of payment plans to help you manage costs and graduate with little to no debt.
Whether you're preparing for a career in healthcare, skilled trades, or emerging fields like quantum technology, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº offers hands-on training that leads directly to jobs.
We collaborate with top employers—including Sandia and Los Alamos National Laboratories—to develop our programs and connect students with internships, apprenticeships, and career pathways.
ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº is regularly and nationally recognized for our commitment to excellence, student success, and innovation, including:
- #1 in the U.S. for degrees and certificates earned by Native American and Hispanic students
- #2 community college system in the nation
- Albuquerque Journal's 2025 Readers' Choice Award for 'Best Technical/Trade School'
- Named 'Top Organization with Workforce Innovations' by the NM Technology Council
What Our Students Are Saying
From first-generation college students to career changers and international learners, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº students like Valeria Tena come from all walks of life, but they share a common goal: building a better path forward.Â
I love the flexibility that ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº offers, whether you have a job or other obligations you need to fulfill. It’s made pursuing my education so much easier. — Valeria Tena