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University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus

Gallup, New Mexico · Public community college · Training programs available:

EMT & paramedic trainingCNA classesMedical billing & coding programsConstruction trades programsWelding schoolsAuto mechanic schoolsDental assistant schoolsCosmetology schools
20%completion rate · New Mexico avg 43%
$18,450median debt of graduates
$37,150median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$44,792median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission (Accredited)
Address: 705 Gurley Ave., Gallup, NM 87301 · Phone: (505) 863-7500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus is a public trade school in Gallup, NM offering EMT training, CNA classes, and medical billing & coding, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus has a 20.0% completion rate, below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%; median graduate debt is $18,450 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $44,792, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
University of New Mex… University of New Mex…: 20% 20% New Mexico average New Mexico average: 42.9% 42.9% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Emergency medical technicians$32,370$37,550$47,600
Nursing assistants$34,110$39,390$45,410
Medical records specialists$36,600$57,470$66,240
Construction laborers$30,840$38,400$46,300
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$36,860$59,840$82,550
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$30,390$47,300$63,050
Dental assistants$37,060$44,400$47,160
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$27,190$37,750$46,240

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 24 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 19 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 1–2 years 9 not reported not reported not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 8 not reported $28,816 not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Associate degree 8 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 7 not reported not reported not reported
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Associate degree 6 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Associate degree 4 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 4 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 2 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.

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About this school

University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus is a public trade and career training campus located in Gallup, New Mexico, a remote town setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. Programs are accredited through bodies including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Higher Learning Commission. The campus offers 12 program families, with the most-awarded programs being EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and medical billing & coding programs.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 20.0%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $18,450, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $44,792. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students attending this campus.

This campus may suit students interested in shorter, credential-focused programs in healthcare and technical fields such as EMT training, CNA certification, and medical billing, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers considering this school should independently verify accreditation status and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly, since completion rates here trail the state average and program-specific placement data is not available.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus offers 12 program families, with the most-awarded being EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and medical billing & coding programs. Other listed families include construction trades, welding, auto mechanics, dental assisting, and cosmetology.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Higher Learning Commission.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 20.0%, which is below 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 $18,450.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $44,792.

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 (505) 863-7500 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 institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding, though specific cost figures are not reported here.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?187958.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers healthcare and technical credential programs like EMT training and CNA classes that can appeal to career changers, but specific program lengths and scheduling for adult learners are not reported for this campus in federal data.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact the campus by phone at (505) 863-7500 or visit its website at https://www.gallup.unm.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 federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.

Nearby trade and career schools in New Mexico

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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.

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