- Mesalands Community College is an institution of higher education that promotes student learning through quality education and services while fostering personal growth, leadership, and opportunity to a culturally diverse community.
School Highlights
Mesalands Community College serves 563 students (16% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 563 students
- In-state tuition: $1,560
- Out-state tuition: $2,544
- Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 65%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Mesalands Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
Mesalands Community College
(NM) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
24 staff
51 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mesalands Community College has declined by 56% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Mesalands Community College diversity score of 0.63 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
563 students
1,144 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
92 students
344 students
# Part-Time Students
471 students
800 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
226 students
369 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
92 students
357 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
471 students
800 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
32 students
319 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
10%
% Hispanic
49%
50%
% Black
3%
3%
% White
35%
26%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
5%
5%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
52%
28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,200
$34,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,560 is less than the state average of $1,992. The in-state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $2,544 is less than the state average of $4,440. The out-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,560
$1,992
Out-State Tuition Fees
$2,544
$4,440
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$4,750
$13,236
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,375
$6,125
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Mesalands Community College was established as Tucumcari Area Vocational School (TAVS) under the Area Vocational School Act of New Mexico during the thirty-third Legislative Session of the State of New Mexico. In January 1979, an act of the Legislature authorized the establishment of an area vocational school in Tucumcari. The school was authorized to offer programs of vocational education leading to certificates and diplomas. Mesalands Community College is situated at 911 South Tenth Street in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Tumcari, located in the eastern part of the state and surrounded by scenic mesas, is recognizable by its landmark, the 5,000-ft. butte known as Tucumcari Mountain. The campus of Mesalands Community College is positioned on 23 acres, with room for future expansion. The main campus is comprised of five buildings, with three additional buildings located at other sites off the main campus. As a community college, we are here to meet your educational goals and aspirations. Whether you are interested in improving your pre-collegiate skills, training for a technical career, or preparing to transfer to a four-year institution, we can fulfill your needs. As a small college, we can provide personal attention and a caring atmosphere that is difficult to find elsewhere. Our small classes and caring faculty create a learning environment designed to make our students successful. Mesalands Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mesalands Community College cost?
Mesalands Community College's tuition is approximately $1,560 for In-State students and $2,544 for Out-State students.
What is Mesalands Community College's ranking?
Mesalands Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New Mexico for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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Miles
Quick Facts
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Public
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Clovis, NM 88101
(800) 769-1409
Clovis, NM 88101
(800) 769-1409
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Enrollment: 2,342 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $1,036 Out-state tuition: $1,912 Minority enrollment: 57%
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Public
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Las Vegas, NM 87701
(505) 454-2500
Las Vegas, NM 87701
(505) 454-2500
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Enrollment: 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 In-state tuition: $1,198 Out-state tuition: $2,230 Minority enrollment: 84%
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Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 371-5000
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 371-5000
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Enrollment: 9,262 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 In-state tuition: $2,898 Out-state tuition: $4,362 Minority enrollment: 62%
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Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557
(575) 737-6200
Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557
(575) 737-6200
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Enrollment: 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 In-state tuition: $1,902 Out-state tuition: $4,782 Minority enrollment: 70%
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