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$1,176Tuition
426Students
29%Grad Rate (6-yr)
Public2-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$1,176
Out-of-State Tuition
$4,008
Average Net Price
$4,821
Students Receiving Financial Aid
10.8%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$17,076
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Students Taking Federal Loans
1.1%
Pell Grant Recipients
10.8%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
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

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $4,821 per year at Southeast New Mexico College, though your actual cost depends heavily on income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $3,851 annually, while those from middle-income families ($48,000-$75,000) face $7,721. That's a two-year total ranging from about $7,700 to $15,400, making this one of the most affordable paths to higher education in New Mexico.

The college primarily serves local students, with 92% coming from in-state and paying the $1,176 tuition rate. Only 11% of students take out federal loans, suggesting most can afford their education without borrowing. The best financial deal goes to low-income New Mexico residents who qualify for Pell grants. At under $4,000 annually, they're getting career training in fields like nursing and oil field technology for less than most families spend on a used car.

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