C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
68/100 · earnings-weighted

University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus

2-Year Public
📍 Gallup, New Mexico 87301
ℹ️
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: 19%
Outcomes
D
38/100
Affordability
A+
90/100
Resources
C+
64/100
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

1,677
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
56%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,750
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus ▼

27% 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
$223,468
Avg Monthly Rent
$999
1-Year Change
+2.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$44,792
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,150
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$18,450
Median debt at graduation
20%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 92nd percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NM wage index 0.75). This drives the Outcome Rating.

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 University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus

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$71,767$84,038+4%#322 of 962#112—
Physical Sciences—$50,266+2%#10 of 24#6—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$25,698$39,385-19%#454 of 547#360—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$22,417$34,342-22%#890 of 947#727$10,169
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$20,646—————

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 University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $223,468
  • Avg rent near campus: $999/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 87301 (3.5% cap, Gallup)

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🏆 Where University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#23
Physical Sciences, General
of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,530 $3,727

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
82%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$4,750
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,921
$30,001 - $48,000$5,712
$48,001 - $75,000$6,822
$75,001 - $110,000$10,408

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 82 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 39 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 26 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 24 grads/yr Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 24 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 23 grads/yr Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Other 21 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 20 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 19 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 16 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 11 grads/yr Education, General 11 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 9 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 8 grads/yr Community Organization and Advocacy 7 grads/yr Corrections 6 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

1,677
Total Students
61%
Women
29%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 6%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~446 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 53%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 10%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 29%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus?
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 University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus?
Tuition at University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus is $1,530 for in-state students and $3,727 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,750.
What is the graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus?
The graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus a good school?
University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): 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 University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus?
University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus has a total enrollment of 1,677 students.
Is there rental demand near University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 446 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Gallup area.

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