SFCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $2,139
- Out-of-State Tuition: $4,131
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at SFCC:
- Total Enrollment: 4,469, including 1,350 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 36% men, 64% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 23%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 16%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 59%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 169 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
SFCC Overview
Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Santa Fe, NM. It is classified as urban-serving Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The SFCC's tuition & fees is $2,139 for New Mexico residents and $4,131 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 24% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,106.
The school has a total enrollment of 4,469 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Santa Fe Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Santa Fe Community College is $2,139 for in-state students and $4,131 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,826 for New Mexico residents and $3,416 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $2,139 | $4,131 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $1,826 | $3,416 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Santa Fe Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at SFCC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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