Things are sizzling for New Mexico computer training graduates. The Southwest is becoming a hot ground for tech careers in the coming decade. New Mexico courts college grads and mid-career changers with a globally connected economy and prospective growth.
Computer science education in New Mexico
| Institution Name | No. of Computer Science Programs Offered | Tuition & Fees | Admission Rate |
| University of Phoenix-New Mexico | 3 | $9,840 | N/A |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | 3 | $6,891 | 23.45% |
| National American University-Albuquerque | 3 | $13,755 | N/A |
| National American University-Albuquerque West | 3 | $13,755 | N/A |
| Navajo Technical University | 2 | $4,070 | N/A |
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2016-17, National Center for Education Statistics, http://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/
Tech industry and career outlook
| Career | Annual Mean Wage | Statewide Projected Job Growth Rate | Statewide Current Number of Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architects | $110,990 | 9.8% | 410 |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | $60,640 | 5.9% | 1,120 |
| Computer Programmers | $79,850 | -16.2% | 1,470 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $81,500 | 16.7% | 1,120 |
| Database Administrators | $77,650 | 8.2% | 490 |
| Information Security Analysts | $107,410 | 16% | 580 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $73,740 | 6.9% | 1,760 |
| Software Developers, Applications | $79,230 | 12.2% | 1,330 |
| Software Developers, Systems Software | $98,580 | 6.5% | 1,670 |
| Web Developers | $56,930 | 23.1% | 400 |