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University of New Mexico Valencia County Branch, also known as UNM Valencia, is a branch campus of the University of New Mexico. It was originally established as the UNM-Eastern Valencia County Satellite Center in August, 1978. In March, 1981, it became a branch college of UNM. UNM Valencia is situated in Los Lunas, New Mexico.
UNM Valencia awards the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees, as well as a number of certificate programs. Courses are available in the fields of business administration, education, liberal arts, general science, construction technology, medical sciences, health education, and information technology, among others.
Students of UNM Valencia are involved in various clubs and organizations like Phi Theta Kappa, Student Government, and the Student Association for Disability Awareness. Support services like academic and career counseling, job skills preparation, and job placement assistance are also provided. In addition, eligible candidates can apply for financial assistance through programs like federal grants, loans, and merit-based and need-based scholarships.
UNM Valencia is in Los Lunas, NM. Los Lunas is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. UNM Valencia issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include office and administration and education and teaching.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students. People seek out the school, and many students are from other states.
The most successful professors at UNM Valencia are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 1,713 students study at the school (in 2007).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Mission of the University of New Mexico Valencia Campus is to provide community residents with lifelong educational opportunities in order to better prepare them to actively participate in the world as productive, responsible and creative individuals. The Valencia Campus, a branch college of UNM, is an open-access, student-centered institution which offers a variety of associate degrees, certificate and credential programs. Our courses provide basic skills, transfer credits, technical career training and non-credit community education."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of New Mexico Valencia County Branch
280 La Entrada
Los Lunas, NM 87031-7633
General Phone: (505) 925-8500
http://www.unm.edu/~unmvc/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 33 | education, early childhood education |
| Liberal Arts | 32 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences |
| Engineering Technician | 12 | computer systems tech, CAD and design |
| Business And Management | 10 | business management |
| Office And Administration | 8 | general office occupations |
| Science | 6 | physical sciences |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | corrections |
Number of programs and degrees for UNM Valencia in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 96 | 10 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 9 | 4 |
In 2007, UNM Valencia had a total enrollment of 1,713 students (1,124 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 37% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 54% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 10% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 28 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Lunas, 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 | $ 1,248 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,336 |
| Books and supplies | $ 899 |
Financial Aid:
UNM Valencia participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 266302)
UNM Valencia has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 4 | 6 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 3 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 10 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $45,399 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $45,399 |
*: 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 | * | 3 | $58,173 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $50,442 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $38,933 | 3 | $40,807 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 5 | $44,574 | 3 | $47,584 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 12 | $47,299 | 12 | $49,251 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets UNM Valencia Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in science (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (for open-admission colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment 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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