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Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Trimester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 256
Student to faculty ratio 21 to 1
Students retention rate 34%
On-time graduation rate 16%

Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, SIPI is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college follows a trimester-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into three terms. This system offers students the opportunity to progress at an accelerated pace, allowing for more intensive coursework and faster programs completion.

One of the notable aspects of Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at SIPI is reported to be 16%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, New Mexico state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 36% whereas the national average was 35%.

The retention rate of students at SIPI is 34% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in New Mexico is 58%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at SIPI do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • Tribal institution
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$1,095

Cost of attendance at Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute in 2022 for students from New Mexico.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Mexico's average $6,451
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$1,095

Cost of attendance at Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Mexico's average $14,455
National average $8,757

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute received on average $3,215 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$3,215
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 24 35% $4,596 $110,295
Other Federal Grant 61 90% $2,659 $162,177
State Grant/Scholarships 11 16% $1,155 $12,707
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 68 100% $643 $43,740
Total Grant & Scholarships 68 100% $3,215 $218,624

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute students is 15.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 18.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 11.8%.

15.5%

Service Offerings

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services

Educational Offerings

Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Veteran Services

  • Credit for military training

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