University of New Mexico-Gallup, also referred to as UNM-Gallup, is a branch campus of the University of New Mexico located in Gallup, New Mexico, United States. It was established in the year 1968. UNM-Gallup is a community college offering enrollment to more than 3,000 students. The campus is situated on 64-acres of land in Gallup.
UNM-Gallup offers associate degrees in over 30 programs and several bachelor and master degree programs. Students can also opt for Vocational and transfer certificates in more than 20 disciplines. Students can choose courses in applied technology, arts and letters, business management & technology, education, health careers, math & sciences, nursing, social sciences, and transitional studies.
Students of University of New Mexico-Gallup publish six issues of the magazine “Campus Voice” every year. They also participate in clubs and organizations such as the American Indian Science and Engineering Society, Environmental Club, Rodeo Program, Criminal Justice Club, Cosmetology Club, and Native American Unity.
UNM Gallup is located in Gallup, NM (a self-contained town). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by UNM Gallup is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media and education and teaching.
UNM Gallup is an open-admission school. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
UNM Gallup has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 2,636 enrolled students in 2007. UNM Gallup has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our Mission
UNM Gallup develops lifelong learners in a context which is responsive to the cultures of this region."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of New Mexico Gallup Campus
200 College Rd
Gallup, NM 87301-5697
General Phone: (505) 863-7500
http://www.gallup.unm.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 45 | registered nursing, pre-nursing, nursing assistant |
| Education And Teaching | 38 | early childhood education, education, health teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 30 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences |
| Medical Administration | 14 | medical records tech, public health education |
| Media | 10 | desktop publishing and imaging |
| Office And Administration | 7 | administrative assistant, data entry |
| Production Trades | 7 | welding |
| Construction Trades | 7 | building inspection and management, electrician |
| Business And Management | 7 | business management, accounting, entrepreneurship |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 7 | cosmetology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 6 | data processing tech |
| Medical Support And Technology | 6 | dental assistant |
| Therapy And Counseling | 5 | psychology, substance abuse counseling |
| Mechanics And Repair | 5 | automobile mechanics |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | corrections, criminal justice and safety |
| Family And Social Work | 4 | community organization |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | drafting |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 3 | parks and recreation studies, sports and fitness management |
| Law | 2 | legal assistant |
| Art Studies | 1 | art studies |
Number of programs and degrees for UNM Gallup in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 157 | 24 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 54 | 17 |
In 2007, UNM Gallup had a total enrollment of 2,636 students (1,628 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 11% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 76% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 13% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Gallup, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,438 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,190 |
| Books and supplies | $ 883 |
Financial Aid:
UNM Gallup participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 266301)
UNM Gallup has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 11 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 7 | 9 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 17 | 18 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $66,840 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $57,633 | 7 | $55,651 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $49,684 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 5 | $51,913 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 16 | $52,527 | 18 | $46,185 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $53,389 | 34 | $50,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
Electrician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Health Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Public Health Education and Promotion
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Pre-Nursing Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UNM Gallup Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for open-admission colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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