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University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus
Los Alamos, New Mexico · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4000 University Dr, Los Alamos, NM 87544 · Phone: (505) 662-5919 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is a public trade school in Los Alamos, NM offering EMT and paramedic training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 22.5% completion rate, below the New Mexico average of 42.9%; median graduate debt is $18,450 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $44,792.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and about 15.5% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $32,370 | $37,550 | $47,600 |
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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | 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
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus is a public campus located in Los Alamos, NM, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). The campus's trade offerings center on EMT & paramedic training, which accounted for 6 completions in the most recent reporting period, out of a total undergraduate enrollment of 218 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 22.5%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $18,450, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $44,792. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 15.5% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served.
This campus, located in a distant-town locale, offers a single program family — EMT and paramedic training — making it a narrow but potentially useful stop for career changers interested specifically in emergency medical services. Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to ask about schedules and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures independently, check the Higher Learning Commission's directory and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus offers one trade program family, EMT & paramedic training, with 6 completions reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus 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 campus is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 22.5%, which is below the New Mexico state average of 42.9%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported as $18,450 in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported as $44,792 per the 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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public campus, part of the University of New Mexico system, which typically means state-subsidized tuition rates and public oversight, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
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) 662-5919 or via its website to ask about program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?187976.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program length or schedule format, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for EMT and paramedic roles are not reported in this data; check with the school or your state's EMS licensing board for specific certification requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the campus by phone at (505) 662-5919 or visit its website at https://losalamos.unm.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering EMT and paramedic training is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.