Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute New Mexico

Tribal college in Albuquerque offering tuition-free education to 233 students in liberal arts and technical programs.

College statistics

Address:
9169 Coors Blvd NW
Albuquerque, NM
87120
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.sipi.edu/
Tribal College:
Yes
Setting:
Suburb
Annual In-State Tuition:
$0
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$0
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$675
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$675
Room and Board:
$675
Total Student Enrollment:
233
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Opportunity Colleges and Universities – Higher Access, Higher Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute is a tribal college located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving Native American students through a two-year curriculum combining liberal arts, sciences, and hands-on technical training. As a federally chartered institution, it operates with a mission rooted in tribal education and self-determination.

The college charges no tuition for in-state or out-of-state students, with a total cost of attendance of $675 annually. The student body comprises 233 enrollees, creating an intimate learning environment where individualized attention is possible.

This school works best for Native American students seeking an affordable entry point to higher education, technical skill development, or a pathway to four-year institutions. Before enrolling, prospective students should inquire about transfer agreements with universities, support services for first-generation learners, and housing availability. Visit www.sipi.edu/ for more information.

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