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Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque
Albuquerque, New Mexico · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 4400 Cutler Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 · Phone: (505) 881-1234 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Apr 2026 · Probation · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; Apr 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque is a private for-profit trade school in Albuquerque, NM offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and LPN programs, accredited by ABHES and other bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 67.7% completion rate versus a 42.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $5,500 and median earnings of $30,917 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque is reported at $28,183, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 58.8% 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 |
| Dental assistants | $37,060 | $44,400 | $47,160 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $38,090 | $59,330 | $73,090 |
| Dental hygienists | $82,180 | $95,940 | $99,960 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $37,470 | $46,630 | $50,250 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,560 | $79,940 | $93,250 |
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 | Certificate, 1–2 years | 126 | $22,866 | $24,642 | $9,460 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 58 | $23,216 | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $22,866 | $24,642 | $9,460 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $57,280 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $47,003 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | $46,734 | 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
Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and its programs hold accreditation from bodies including the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across its seven program families, the campus most frequently awards credentials in medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and LPN/LVN programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 67.7%, above the New Mexico state average of 42.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are $30,917. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $28,183, and 58.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, with 562 undergraduates and 302 trade completers, may suit students drawn to shorter, allied-health credential programs such as medical or dental assisting rather than multi-year degrees, though program lengths themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering enrollment should confirm current program schedules and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers programs across seven families, most notably medical assistant programs (140 completers), dental assistant schools (58), and LPN/LVN programs (37).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited, with recognition from the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 58.8% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.7%, which is above the New Mexico state average of 42.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $5,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,917.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported at $28,183.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and program cost compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should weigh this against reported outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (505) 881-1234 or visit pmi.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?105543.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs are concentrated in allied-health fields such as medical and dental assisting, which may appeal to career changers, though specific fit depends on schedule and program length not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific licensure information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (505) 881-1234 or through its website, pmi.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across 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.