School Highlights
Carrington College-Albuquerque serves 357 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Acceptance Rate: 34%
- Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 86%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Carrington College-Albuquerque ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five years.
Carrington College-Albuquerque
(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
24 staff
51 staff
Number of Programs Offered
7
14
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Carrington College-Albuquerque has declined by 51% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 45:1 over five years.
The Carrington College-Albuquerque diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
357 students
1,144 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
357 students
344 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
346 students
369 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
357 students
357 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
16%
10%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
58%
50%
% Black
4%
3%
% White
14%
26%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
5%
5%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
57%
28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,000
$34,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,365
$12,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,749
$6,500
Acceptance Rate
34%
34%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Tannya M., 2018 Dental Assisting Graduate -
- Mercedes G., 2021 Student, Practical Nursing -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Carrington College-Albuquerque?
The acceptance rate of Carrington College-Albuquerque is 34%, which is equal to the state average of 34%.
Who are famous alumni from Carrington College-Albuquerque?
Carrington College-Albuquerque famous alumni include: Tannya M., 2018 Dental Assisting Graduate and Mercedes G., 2021 Student, Practical Nursing.
What is Carrington College-Albuquerque's ranking?
Carrington College-Albuquerque ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
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