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Luna Community College
Las Vegas, New Mexico · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 336 Luna Drive, Las Vegas, NM 87701 · Phone: (505) 454-2500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Luna Community College is a public trade school in Las Vegas, New Mexico, offering medical assistant, cosmetology, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Luna Community College has a 28.3% completion rate, below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%, and graduates earn a median of $32,461 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Luna Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 24.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $34,600 | $39,230 | $45,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,190 | $37,750 | $46,240 |
| Dental assistants | $37,060 | $44,400 | $47,160 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $30,390 | $47,300 | $63,050 |
| Barbers | $36,440 | $39,100 | $39,320 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,860 | $59,840 | $82,550 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | 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
Luna Community College is a public trade and career school in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The campus is accredited, with programmatic accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, plus institutional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and dental assistant training, alongside smaller offerings in auto mechanic, barber, and welding programs, totaling 8 program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.3%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $32,461. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 24.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for federal need-based aid.
This campus, located in a fringe rural setting, may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as medical assisting or cosmetology close to home, though program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Luna Community College offers 8 program families, with the most awards in medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and dental assistant schools. Smaller programs include auto mechanic, barber, and welding training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Luna Community College is accredited. Institutional accreditation comes from the Higher Learning Commission, with programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 28.3%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (505) 454-2500 or check the College Scorecard for details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,461, per federal data.
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 directly or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Luna Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs for state residents compared to for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (505) 454-2500 for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter, hands-on trade programs like medical assisting and cosmetology, though specific scheduling or format details for career changers are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Luna Community College at (505) 454-2500 or visit https://www.luna.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include comparative placement or program-specific rankings against nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?363633 for side-by-side federal statistics.
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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.