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Navajo Technical University
Crownpoint, New Mexico · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: Lower Point Road, State Road 371, Crownpoint, NM 87313 · Phone: 50578641004111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Navajo Technical University is a public trade school in Crownpoint, New Mexico offering welding, culinary arts, and electrician programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
The statewide average completion rate is 42.9%, though this campus's own rate isn't reported; median earnings 10 years after entry are $26,364, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Navajo Technical University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and 49.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,860 | $59,840 | $82,550 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $43,370 | $62,250 | $83,260 |
| Electricians | $36,650 | $58,390 | $73,380 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,540 | $50,500 | $60,320 |
| Construction laborers | $30,840 | $38,400 | $46,300 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 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
Navajo Technical University is a public trade and career school located in Crownpoint, New Mexico. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by students who attend. The campus is located in a remote rural setting and awards programs across nine program families, with its most-completed programs being welding schools, culinary and pastry schools, and electrician schools.
Federal data shows 53 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 1,124 students. The statewide average completion rate is 42.9%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $26,364. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data. About 49.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in hands-on trade programs such as welding, culinary arts, and electrical work, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data, making it difficult to assess fit for adult career-changers beyond the general program offerings. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome data, as several key figures — including completion rate comparisons, graduate debt, and cost of attendance — are not reported for this campus in available federal data. Contacting the school directly via phone or its website is recommended for details not captured here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Navajo Technical University offers programs across nine program families, with the top programs being welding schools, culinary and pastry schools, and electrician schools. Other program families include CDL training and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Navajo Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 49.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate in New Mexico is 42.9%. For more detail, check the College Scorecard link for this school.
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 directly or check the College Scorecard for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $26,364, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 at its listed phone number or website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Navajo Technical University is a public institution, which typically means it receives state funding and may offer different tuition structures than private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program lengths and scheduling details are not reported in the available data, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be assessed from this listing alone; contact the school directly for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Navajo Technical University by phone or visit its website at https://www.navajotech.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the available federal data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons of similar institutions.
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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.