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Southeast New Mexico College
Carlsbad, New Mexico · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1500 University Drive, Carlsbad, NM 88220 · Phone: (575) 234-9200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southeast New Mexico College is a public trade school in Carlsbad, NM, offering phlebotomy, surgical technology, and welding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Southeast New Mexico College's completion rate is 19.8%, below the state average of 42.9%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Southeast New Mexico College; contact the school for current tuition. It participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 11.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $32,400 | $42,910 | $45,660 |
| Surgical technologists | $42,430 | $51,780 | $64,800 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,860 | $59,840 | $82,550 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $30,390 | $47,300 | $63,050 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Southeast New Mexico College is a public trade and career campus in Carlsbad, New Mexico, located in a fringe rural setting. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and, for its nursing-related programs, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The campus offers about five program families, with the most-awarded credentials being phlebotomy classes, surgical technologist programs, and welding schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 19.8%, which is below the state average of 42.9%. Trade program completers total 28 out of an undergraduate enrollment of 469. About 11.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as phlebotomy, surgical technology, or welding rather than long multi-year degree programs, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students, including adult career changers, should verify accreditation directly with the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southeast New Mexico College offers about five program families, most notably phlebotomy classes, surgical technologist programs, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 19.8%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in 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 at (575) 234-9200 or via https://senmc.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Southeast New Mexico College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state as well as federal funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?188003.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The available program list (phlebotomy, surgical technology, welding) suggests hands-on, career-focused training, but specific fit for adult learners is not detailed in the data provided.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Southeast New Mexico College at (575) 234-9200 or visit https://senmc.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 data provided; 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.