C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
N/R
Outcome Rating
No earnings reported

Southeast New Mexico College

2-Year Public
📍 Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220
🌐 senmc.edu/
Southeast New Mexico College — tuition $1,776 in-state, $3,816 out-of-state
Southeast New Mexico College — tuition $1,776 in-state, $3,816 out-of-state
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
D
40/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,171
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
46%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,126
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southeast New Mexico College ▼

42% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$254,074
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,654
1-Year Change
+8.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Southeast New Mexico College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

19.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
11.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Southeast New Mexico College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$64,037—————
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$30,774$33,240-25%#910 of 947#793—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Southeast New Mexico College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $254,074
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,654/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 88220 (5.1% cap, Carlsbad)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,776 $3,816

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$8,126
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,851
$30,001 - $48,000$3,946
$48,001 - $75,000$7,721
$75,001 - $110,000$6,956

Student Demographics

1,171
Total Students
63%
Women
24%
Traditional Age (18-24)
42%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 29%
Hispanic 57%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 42%
With Family 58%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~492 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 54%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 24%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southeast New Mexico College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Southeast New Mexico College?
Tuition at Southeast New Mexico College is $1,776 for in-state students and $3,816 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,126.
What is the graduation rate at Southeast New Mexico College?
The graduation rate at Southeast New Mexico College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Southeast New Mexico College a good school?
Southeast New Mexico College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Southeast New Mexico College?
Southeast New Mexico College has a total enrollment of 1,171 students.
Is there rental demand near Southeast New Mexico College?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Southeast New Mexico College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 492 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Carlsbad area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology