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Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque vs Northern New Mexico College

ADN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Northern New Mexico College
$6,400 vs $17,706

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Northern New Mexico College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationAlbuquerque, NMEspanola, NM
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$17,706$6,400 in / $14,328 outBEST
In-state tuition$6,400
Out-of-state tuition$14,328
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque or Northern New Mexico College?

Northern New Mexico College is the more affordable option at roughly $6,400, compared to $17,706. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque and Northern New Mexico College the same type of program?

Both are ADN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque and Northern New Mexico College?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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