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Luna Community College

Las Vegas, New Mexico · Rural: FringeOfficial Website ↗

#1953
Nationally
#16
In New Mexico
$1,584
In-State Tuition
per year
757
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1953 nationally
#16 in New Mexico
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth53

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Luna Community College is a public two-year community college located in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The college enrolls approximately 757 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,584 per year ($3,000 out-of-state), below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,584/yr
In-State Fees$50/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$3,000/yr
Room & Board$1,554/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$3,188/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$4,604/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,584↑ Above avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
757
Total Undergrads
61% F / 39% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 12%
Hispanic 81%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or more 0%
Native / Other 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,554/yr
  • Small campus environment (757 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationLas Vegas, New Mexico
SettingRural: Fringe
SizeUnder 1,000
State Ranking
#16
in New Mexico out of 7+ colleges
#1953
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.