Luna Community College
Las Vegas, NM · Public · Associate degree-granting
Located in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Luna Community College is a public institution, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. With 423 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $32,461 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. On the academic side, the graduation rate is 33.2%. The average net price after financial aid is $4,595 per year. The most popular programs include Registered Nursing, Allied Health & Medical Assisting, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services, and Criminal Justice & Corrections.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$32,461
Graduation Rate
33.2%
Median Debt
Not reported
Average Net Price
$4,595
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
3.53x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
423
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
43.0%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$1,474
Out-of-State Tuition
$3,418
Pell Grant Rate
24.8%
Federal Loan Rate
2.1%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$3,393
Income $30K–$48K
$2,962
Income $48K–$75K
$6,329
Income $110K+
$8,602
Student Demographics
Women
48.9%
White
14.0%
Black
0.9%
Hispanic
80.1%
Asian
1.2%
Two or More Races
0.0%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
28.7%
Accreditations
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs (Accredited)
- American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation — Dental Assisting (DA) (Accredited)
- Higher Learning Commission — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (20)
Associate (8)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | $81,009 | 23 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Not reported | 21 |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $31,636 | 14 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 7 |
| Business Administration & Management | Not reported | 7 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 4 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 4 |
| Biology | Not reported | 3 |
Undergraduate Certificate (7)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Not reported | 14 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Not reported | 13 |
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $33,903 | 13 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 5 |
| Dental Support Services | Not reported | 5 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 4 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Not reported | 4 |
Show 5 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Associate | 2 |
| Machinist | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Entrepreneurship | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Teacher Education | Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | Associate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in New Mexico
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in New Mexico