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New Mexico Junior College

Hobbs, NM·Public·https://www.nmjc.edu/

Campus Identity

New Mexico Junior College is a public community college in Hobbs, NM. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 54/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

New Mexico Junior College is a public community college in Hobbs, NM. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 54/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$960
In-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$1,800
Out-of-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$5,498
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

147 miles

Ski Cloudcroft

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Ski Cloudcroft

New Mexico

147 mi away
157 mi away
750 skiable acres11 lifts
251 mi away
200 skiable acres4 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Hobbs, NM

42°Jan47°Feb54°Mar62°Apr71°May79°Jun81°Jul80°Aug73°Sep63°Oct51°Nov43°Dec

Station: HOBBS · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

54/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety487439
48/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
74/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
39/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$960$1,800
Fees
$480$480
Room & Board
$5,498$5,498
Total
$6,938$7,778
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

43 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
198 grads/yr$44,393
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
61 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
55 grads/yr$65,768
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
14 grads/yr$62,870
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
14 grads/yr$85,806

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's14 grads$85,806
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate55 grads$65,768
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's14 grads$62,870
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's198 grads$44,393
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate61 grads
Business/Commerce, General
Certificate9 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's8 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate7 grads
Animal Sciences
Certificate4 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's3 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is New Mexico Junior College located?

New Mexico Junior College is located in Hobbs, NM. The main campus address is 5317 Lovington Hwy, Hobbs, NM. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend New Mexico Junior College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, New Mexico Junior College charges $960/year for in-state students and $1,800/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,498/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $2,280/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use New Mexico Junior College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is New Mexico Junior College the right fit for me?

Whether New Mexico Junior College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($1,800/year out-of-state), campus culture in Hobbs, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh New Mexico Junior College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with New Mexico Junior College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Hobbs, NM
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
54/100
Nearest Airport
Hobbs, NM (HOB) · 5 mialso INK (68 mi), CNM (69 mi)

Location

Hobbs, NM

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.