Is Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute worth it?
Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute is a public, two-year institution in Albuquerque, New Mexico (large suburb). It awarded 54 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, natural resources and conservation and institutional food workers.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$24,200
Median earnings 4 years after
$34,652
Median earnings 10 years after
$27,660
Average net price
$5,181
Completion rate
14%
Completions (2024)
54
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
215
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Resources and Conservation, Other | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Natural Resources and Conservation, Other | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Geography and Cartography | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Geography and Cartography | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 9 |
| Natural Resources and Conservation, Other | Associate | 7 |
| Institutional Food Workers | Associate | 7 |
| CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 7 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | Associate | 6 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 5 |
| Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician | Associate | 3 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 3 |
| Engineering, General | Associate | 2 |
| Geographic Information Science and Cartography | Associate | 2 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 16% | 99 |
| Public Administration | 11% | 66 |
| Retail Trade | 11% | 65 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 47 |
| Educational Services | 7% | 45 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 37 |
| Wholesale Trade | 6% | 34 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 33 |
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Sources: federal figures for Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute. 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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