Return on Investment
CNM is a partner in CHESS, a nonprofit organization that brings together six New Mexico colleges: Central New Mexico Community College, Clovis Community College, Northern New Mexico College, Santa Fe Community College, San Juan College, and Luna Community College. Through a shared approach to technology and business processes, CHESS supports greater alignment across institutions creating outcomes that include a more seamless student experience, expanded educational opportunities, reduced administrative barriers, and better use of public resources.
Central New Mexico Community College
Central New Mexico Community College has joined the National Student Success Project.
Joined October 2026
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Return on Investment
That means they finish their academic programs and flourish afterward, equipped with knowledge and skills that can lead to meaningful employment and a life of purpose.
The programs below are the ones the institution put forward against this commitment, with the outcomes it reports against each.
Affordability
AffordabilityThat means full transparency about college costs; policies welcoming transfer students and credits they have already earned; and financial aid and other support for those in need.
The programs below are the ones the institution put forward against this commitment, with the outcomes it reports against each.
Helping More Students Graduate Debt-Free
At Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) on average 84% of our learners can graduate debt free under support from the State’s Opportunity Scholarship program, campus administered scholarships and financial aid support. CNM increased the number of learners completing their FAFSA applications by 12% this year compared to the same point in time last year. It also worked diligently to decrease the number of learners who stop-out for financial reasons before starting Fall 2026 classes by 5.5% compared to last year. Disbursement of scholarships increased 36% over the previous year.