Santa Fe Community College

Overview

Santa Fe Community College (SFCC), established in 1983, is a public two-year institution located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which is approximately an hour's drive northeast of the larger city of Albuquerque. SFCC's main campus is set in a semi-urban area, providing cultural and historical context in a region noted for its Pueblo-style architecture and proximity to various art communities and natural landscapes. The college serves a diverse student body, offering Associate degrees, professional certificates, and continuing education options across various fields, with a particularly strong emphasis on the arts, sciences, and technology programs. Santa Fe Community College is known for an open admissions policy, making postsecondary education accessible to all applicants. While SFCC does not provide traditional on-campus housing facilities, it does ensure a network of student services to aid in off-campus living arrangements. The college does not have an extensive intercollegiate athletic program but offers a range of recreational activities and fitness resources for student engagement.

Santa Fe Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  653 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,613 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $1,830 plus fees of $675.