Is Santa Fe Community College worth it?
Santa Fe Community College is a public, two-year institution in Santa Fe, New Mexico (rural area). It awarded 633 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in automobile mechanics technology, early childhood education and teaching and medical assistant.
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Federal context for Santa Fe Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,332
Median earnings 4 years after
$53,855
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,005
Average net price
$11,067
Completion rate
23%
Completions (2024)
633
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
3,369
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $79,098 | $93,085 | 54 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Post-baccalaureate certificate | $43,305 | $54,610 | 38 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $53,695 | $59,974 | 36 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $39,834 | $51,122 | 21 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Post-baccalaureate certificate | $43,742 | N/A | 18 |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Journalism | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Journalism | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 59 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 36 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 33 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 31 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 28 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 25 |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 21 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 20 |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 16 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 16 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 32% | 1,599 |
| Educational Services | 18% | 904 |
| Public Administration | 9% | 455 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 408 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 395 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4% | 186 |
| Construction | 3% | 145 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 2% | 122 |
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Sources: federal figures for Santa Fe Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New Mexico. Counts under 10 are not published.
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