by our College Data Analytics TeamIs SFCC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
SFCC is ranked #1,036 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within New Mexico, it ranks #22 of 33 for value.
Below is the detailed SFCC value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Santa Fe Community College is ranked #20 out of #32 in New Mexico for quality and #22 out of #33 for New Mexico value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SFCC financial aid page to be sure.
Santa Fe Community College is ranked #1,036 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Santa Fe Community College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SFCC costs about $15,276. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $61,103 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $17,643 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,067 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,276 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $61,103 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about SFCC net price and the factors that affect it.
What SFCC costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SFCC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $70,572 | — | — |
| All Students | $61,103 | #1,036 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $44,268 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $70,572 | — | — |
| All Students | $61,103 | #22 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $44,268 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at SFCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,937 |
| $30K–$48K | $9,300 |
| $48K–$75K | $11,033 |
About 36% of SFCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,106 per year. Get more details on the SFCC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average SFCC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.