Students attend Metropolitan College in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Metropolitan College degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in law.
Applicants to Metropolitan College appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 134 students at the school (as of 2005). A very high share of students at Metropolitan College are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Metropolitan College is a private specialized college established for the purpose of meeting the business-career needs of the Albuquerque metropolitan area, as well as the state of New Mexico. Specific, practical educational programs are designed to meet these demands."
More complete details are provided below.
Metropolitan College
8100 Mountain Rd. NE Suite 200
Albuquerque, NM 87110-8711
General Phone: (505) 888-3400
Admissions Phone: (505) 888-3400
Financial Aid Phone: (505) 888-3400
Metropolitan College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 56 | legal assistant, court reporting |
Number of programs and degrees for Metropolitan College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 54 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2005, Metropolitan College had a total enrollment of 134 students (134 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 41% |
| American Indian | 10% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 19% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Albuquerque, New Mexico for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Mexico Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (505) 888-3400
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,597 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,597 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Metropolitan College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3099300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (505) 888-3400
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | short term | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | short term | 2 | * | 4 | $28,000 |
| All faculty total | short term | 3 | $31,667 | 6 | $30,333 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Metropolitan College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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