University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus — tuition $1,788 in-state, $5,040 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: 19%
Outcomes
D
39/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
F
28/100
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
1,309
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,034
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus ▼
59%
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.
What happens to students who enroll at University of New Mexico-Valencia County 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
21.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
23.1%
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-Valencia County 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.
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-Valencia County Campus Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $332,062
Avg rent near campus: $2,015/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 87031 (4.7% cap, Los Lunas)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
$1,788
$5,040
Financial Aid
99%
Receive Any Aid
57%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$8,034
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
Family Income
Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000
$8,129
$30,001 - $48,000
$9,123
$48,001 - $75,000
$10,630
$75,001 - $110,000
$13,147
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~776 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person16%
Hybrid (Some Online)20%
Fully Online64%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)26%
25-64 (Adult)11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of New Mexico-Valencia County 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-Valencia County Campus?
Tuition at University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus is
$1,788 for in-state students
and $5,040 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,034.
What is the graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus?
The graduation rate at University of New Mexico-Valencia County 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-Valencia County Campus a good school?
University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): 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-Valencia County Campus?
University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus has a total enrollment of 1,309 students.
Is there rental demand near University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus?
Yes! Approximately 59% of students at University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 776 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Los Lunas area.
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