New Mexico State University-Carlsbad (NMSU Carlsbad) is a public community branch of the New Mexico State University system located in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The college provides a range of associate degree programs and workforce training opportunities. Established in 1950, the campus serves the educational and vocational needs of students in southeastern New Mexico. The institution is set in a desert region, offering a campus environment with typical southwestern architectural motifs and limited on-campus housing options. NMSU Carlsbad is particularly recognized for its nursing and allied health programs. The college functions with an open admissions policy, welcoming a diverse student body with varying educational goals. Though not primarily known for an athletic program, NMSU Carlsbad focuses on serving the community with a pragmatic and career-oriented educational approach.
New Mexico State University Carlsbad has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student. 269 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,404 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,776 plus fees of $192.
