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Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College
Ruidoso, New Mexico · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 709 Mechem Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345 · Phone: (575) 257-2120 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a public trade/career school in Ruidoso, NM offering CNA classes, culinary schools, and welding schools, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 28.6% completion rate versus a 42.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $16,500 and median earnings of $38,550 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 14.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $34,110 | $39,390 | $45,410 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $43,370 | $62,250 | $83,260 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,860 | $59,840 | $82,550 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $32,370 | $37,550 | $47,600 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Mexico (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | $48,041 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a public community college campus located in Ruidoso, New Mexico, a remote town setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and it participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for programs here. Its most-awarded trade programs are CNA classes, culinary and pastry programs, and welding, with additional offerings in emergency medical training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.6%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $16,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $38,550. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 14.1% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on career-training programs such as CNA classes or welding rather than a full associate degree pathway, though program length details themselves are not specified here. Career changers considering this school should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and by contacting the campus, since some figures—such as cost of attendance—are not reported in federal data and may change from year to year.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers CNA classes, culinary and pastry schools, welding schools, and EMT training, with CNA classes being the most-awarded program at 15 completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 28.6%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $16,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,550.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (575) 257-2120 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college campus, which typically means lower tuition rates and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?383996.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short-format programs like CNA classes and welding that may suit career changers, though specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for details on programs like CNA or welding certification.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (575) 257-2120 or visit its website at https://www.ruidoso.enmu.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.