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 | $9,960 | N/A |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | 3 | $7,183 | 21.68% |
| National American University-Albuquerque | 3 | $15,000 | N/A |
| National American University-Albuquerque West | 3 | $15,000 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Network Architects | $110,990 | 13.2% |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | $60,640 | 11.3% |
| Computer Programmers | $79,850 | -8.6% |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $81,500 | 8.9% |
| Database Administrators | $77,650 | 10.7% |
| Information Security Analysts | $107,410 | 37.2% |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $73,740 | 7.4% |
| Software Developers, Applications | $79,230 | 21.7% |
| Software Developers, Systems Software | $98,580 | 9.8% |
| Web Developers | $56,930 | 9.6% |