Central New Mexico Community College New Mexico

Public two-year community college in Albuquerque serving 19,067 students with low tuition and transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
525 Buena Vista Dr SE
Albuquerque, NM
87106
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
https://www.cnm.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Central New Mexico Community College is a public two-year institution located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving the greater metropolitan area and surrounding regions. The college enrolls over 19,000 students and offers liberal arts and sciences coursework designed to transfer to four-year universities.

Annual in-state tuition is $1,632, with out-of-state tuition at $8,256. The college's low cost structure makes it an accessible entry point for students beginning their higher education, whether working toward a degree or developing workforce skills.

CNM functions as a critical transfer pathway for students moving to bachelor's degree programs. The college works best for place-bound learners, working adults, and students seeking affordable general education before transferring. For more information, visit https://www.cnm.edu/.