Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College

Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College is a small-town public two-year institution located in Ruidoso, NM. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.

In-state tuition is $1,372 per year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $6,557 per year. Approximately 27% of students receive some form of financial aid. 12% of students receive federal Pell Grants, which are reserved for students with demonstrated financial need.

Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College has a below-average six-year graduation rate of 15%, according to IPEDS data. Below-average first-year retention (50%) indicates that the vast majority of freshmen return for their sophomore year — a strong signal of student satisfaction and institutional support.

The student body includes White (39%), Hispanic (34%), Black (1%), Asian (1%), and international (3%) students, reflecting a diverse campus community. All data on this page is sourced from verified government databases including IPEDS and the College Scorecard. GradFax does not accept paid placements or rankings — every data point is citeable.