Southeast New Mexico College is a public 2-year college in Carlsbad, New Mexico with 469 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $6,480 a year after grants and graduates 20% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Southeast New Mexico College acceptance rate and admissions
Southeast New Mexico College has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Southeast New Mexico College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $1,296 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $2,400 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $13,604 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $6,480 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $6,480 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,124 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Southeast New Mexico College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Southeast New Mexico College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 20% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
Trade and career programs at Southeast New Mexico College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 469 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 72% women, 28% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Southeast New Mexico College?
No. Southeast New Mexico College has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Southeast New Mexico College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $1,296 for in-state students and $2,400 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $6,480 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Southeast New Mexico College?
20% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.