University of New Mexico - Taos Campus
University of New Mexico - Taos Campus (UNM-T) is located in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico. UNM-T became a branch campus of the University of New Mexico back in 2003. It has gained a reputation as a great school for students in the community who are seeking robust academic opportunities. UNM-T has many different two-year degree programs and it also offers several career/technical certificate programs. The association with the University of New Mexico gives UNM-T various transfer options for those who wish to pursue bachelor’s degrees as well.
The nursing program at UNM-T offers students the chance to earn an associate’s degree in nursing or a bachelor’s degree in nursing. The BSN program is offered through the University of New Mexico and is a convenient option for nurses who are looking to further their career prospects. The curriculum will be varied between classroom experiences, laboratory time, simulations, and clinical instruction, which is mostly held during the daytime hours. The nursing program at UNM-T has been fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleFringe Rural |
| Number of Students1,360 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio22:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate44% |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 194 miles radius of University of New Mexico - Taos Campus
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Santa Fe Community College
55 miles away |
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Luna Community College
55 miles away |
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Trinidad State Junior College
85 miles away |
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Central New Mexico Community College
104 miles away |
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University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus
127 miles away |
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San Juan College
143 miles away |
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Otero Junior College
161 miles away |
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Pikes Peak Community College
173 miles away |
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University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus
182 miles away |
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Clovis Community College
194 miles away |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateApplication fee
| Undergrads | $10 |
| Graduates | -- |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $80/credit | |
| In State Students | $80/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $204/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $3,600 | $3,600 | $9,180 |
| ADN | 70 | $5,600 | $5,600 | $14,280 |
| BSN | 125 | $10,000 | $10,000 | $25,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 92% of University of New Mexico - Taos Campus's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 77% | $4,928 |
| Other Federal Grant | -- | -- |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 63% | $1,136 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 28% | $2,351 |
| Federal Student Loans | 10% | $4,363 |
| Private Loans | -- | -- |
$6,725
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$7,032 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$8,194 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$10,162 |
| $75,001 to $110,000-- |
| Over $110,000-- |
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Student Population
1,360
Undergrads
0
Graduates
857
Women
503
Men
22%
Full-time
78%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Hispanic |
60% |
|
White |
28% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Black/African American |
1% |
|
Non-resident alien |
1% |
|
Asian |
0% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and New Mexico state board of nursing.
