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Leading Technical & Community College in New Mexico.

Mesalands Community College in New Mexico is dedicated to transforming students' passions into successful careers through hands-on learning and exceptional support. Whether you're launching a new career, gaining technical skills for immediate employment, or preparing to transfer to a four-year university, our specialized associate degree programs provide the foundation you need to thrive in today's competitive workforce.

Why Us

Personalized Attention

Our smaller class sizes ensure that every student receives individualized attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our supportive community guides you through academic challenges and personal growth opportunities to help you succeed.

Hands-on Training

Most of our courses have a significant hands-on aspect, allowing you to gain work experience before you even graduate and providing you with the confidence to get the job done once you go out into the workforce.

Unbeatable Affordability

Enjoy some of the lowest tuition rates in the nation. With extensive scholarships and financial aid opportunities available, you can earn your degree with minimal financial burden while receiving a quality education

Flexible Pathways to Success

Our vocational school in New Mexico offers diverse and unique learning options. Complete accelerated workforce training programs in as little as four weeks or earn a comprehensive Associate's degree in two years or less.

Lead the Way at Mesalands

Join a community where students become entrepreneurs and industry leaders. From competitive rodeo and esports teams to groundbreaking paleontological discoveries displayed in our renowned Dinosaur Museum near historic Route 66, Mesalands students leave their mark. Start here and go far—your success is our mission.

Featured Programs

Wind Energy Technology

Become a wind turbine technician and play a vital role in shaping a sustainable future powered by renewable energy.

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  • A picture of our Wind Turbine against a clear blue sky

    Wind Energy Technology

    Become a wind turbine technician and play a vital role in shaping a sustainable future powered by renewable energy.

  • A nursing student practicing on a mannequin in the sim lab

    Nursing

    Become a highly competent nurse in 2 years or less, and help reduce the country's nurse shortage.

  • Someone holding a hoof snipper against a horseshoe

    Farrier science

    Join this hands-on program to learn the fundamentals of hoof care from horsemanship to forging.

  • A student in the middle of a dig

    Paleontology

    Unearth the mysteries of the past by digging and analyzing the amazing fossil records we have here in Quay County.

  • Spurs on a table

    Cowboy Arts

    Unleash your creativity through artistic silversmithing and explore the depth of the arts in Western/Cowboy culture.

  • A nursing student practicing on a mannequin in the sim lab

    Nursing

    Become a highly competent nurse in 2 years or less, and help reduce the country's nurse shortage.

  • Someone holding a hoof snipper against a horseshoe

    Farrier science

    Join this hands-on program to learn the fundamentals of hoof care from horsemanship to forging.

  • A student in the middle of a dig

    Paleontology

    Unearth the mysteries of the past by digging and analyzing the amazing fossil records we have here in Quay County.

  • Spurs on a table

    Cowboy Arts

    Unleash your creativity through artistic silversmithing and explore the depth of the arts in Western/Cowboy culture.