Trade and career programs at University of New Mexico-Taos Campus
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 31 | $48,175 | n/a | n/a |
| Truck driving (CDL) | Certificate | 23 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $2,136 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $12,557 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $5,592 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $5,533 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $5,162 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $5,637 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | $8,808 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 28% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 55% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $50,072 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,500 in federal student loans.
- 29% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does University of New Mexico-Taos Campus cost?
Tuition and fees are $2,136 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $5,592 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at University of New Mexico-Taos Campus?
28% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do University of New Mexico-Taos Campus graduates earn?
EMT, surgical tech and imaging certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $48,175 one year after finishing.
Is University of New Mexico-Taos Campus accredited?
University of New Mexico-Taos Campus is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Central New Mexico Community College, Albuquerque: $2,136 a year
- San Juan College, Farmington: $2,315 a year
- Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe: $1,908 a year
- Clovis Community College, Clovis: $1,592 a year
- Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus, Roswell: $2,256 a year
- Navajo Technical University, Crownpoint: $4,346 a year
More: all trade schools in New Mexico · University of New Mexico-Taos Campus on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.