About Luna Community College
Luna Community College is a two-year public school located in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Luna Community College (LCC) was founded in 1970 as Luna Area Vocational Technical School. LCC is the only community college in northeastern New Mexico. The college’s name comes from Maximiliano Luna, who was Speaker of the House of Representatives for the Territory of New Mexico in 1899.
LCC’s mission is to provide accessible, innovative, and integrated learning experiences that prepare students to compete in their chosen fields and to lead. LCC’s vision is “where future leaders aspire to create, collaborate, communicate, and think critically to bring positive change to the world.”
Luna Community College offers certificates of completion and associate’s degrees. Classes are offered during the daytime, evening, weekends, and online. Online courses are delivered over the internet using the Blackboard Learning Management System. The Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Administration at LCC is fully online. All other LCC programs are designed for face-to-face instruction with options to take up to 49% of the program courses online.
Accreditation & Licensing
Luna Community College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Postsecondary award, certificate or diploma of at least two but less than four academic yearsReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 1,081 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 44% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
28%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$32,461Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
41%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$4,363Online Programs offered by Luna Community College
All Programs
Luna Community College offers a clear, fast path for students who want to start work soon. Its dental assisting track is set up to finish in three semesters. That gives students a practical timeline and a direct route into a career.
The school also uses term schedules that help students keep moving. A summer Public Speaking class in June and July is one example. Progress can still slow if key classes fill up or sign-up steps take longer than expected.
At Luna, value is not only about posted cost. It also comes from small classes and direct access to instructors. That day-to-day support can make learning feel more personal and easier to manage.
Classroom support is a real strength at Luna Community College. Professors are helpful, kind, and ready to step in. When classes get hard, students can get one-on-one help. That gives students a clear place to turn for guidance.
Office support is less steady. Staff are often friendly, but communication can be uneven. Some school processes feel disorganized and take extra time. At times, students may be sent to several offices for one task. Getting needed graduation classes can also be difficult, which can delay a student’s plan even with strong faculty support.
Online learners who want close instructor contact may like Luna. Small classes make help easier to get. Professors are encouraging and available for one-on-one support. That can make online classes feel less distant.
The school also shows schedule room for busy lives. Coursework has fit alongside sports and other commitments. Class structure appears steady enough to keep pace. The overall feel is personal, with support centered on instructors.
Classes at Luna feel personal. Small class sizes make professor access easier. Teaching is often described as kind, encouraging, and hands-on. One-on-one help is part of the day-to-day class experience, not an extra.
A summer Public Speaking class captures the tone well: strong teaching and a class mix of people from many walks of life. That mix adds perspective while keeping classes grounded. The main friction is outside instruction, in school processes and communication. In class, the pace and support feel more dependable than the administrative side.
Luna Community College feels personal in the classroom. Professors are kind, helpful, and easy to reach. Small class sizes make one-on-one support more common. A summer Public Speaking course is a strong example of that teaching quality.
The course options also feel practical and well rounded. The main challenge is day-to-day administration. Staff are often friendly, but communication can be uneven. Some financial aid and records steps may feel disorganized at times.
Class access can also create delays, which can slow a student’s timeline. Overall, Luna is a good fit for students who value close instructor support. Teaching is the college’s clearest strength. Office processes are improving, but they are not always as steady as the classroom experience.
Luna Community College feels personal in the classroom. Professors are kind, helpful, and easy to reach. Small class sizes make one-on-one support more common. A summer Public Speaking course is a strong example of that teaching quality.
The course options also feel practical and well rounded. The main challenge is day-to-day administration. Staff are often friendly, but communication can be uneven. Some financial aid and records steps may feel disorganized at times.
Class access can also create delays, which can slow a student’s timeline. Overall, Luna is a good fit for students who value close instructor support. Teaching is the college’s clearest strength. Office processes are improving, but they are not always as steady as the classroom experience.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luna Community College
Is Luna Community College accredited?
Yes. Luna Community College is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
How many online programs does Luna Community College offer?
Luna Community College offers 1 online program currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does Luna Community College offer?
Luna Community College offers associate-level programs.
How should students contact admissions at Luna Community College?
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Is Luna Community College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, Luna Community College falls into GetEducated’s $ tuition tier, which points to a lower tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at Luna Community College?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask Luna Community College first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
Is Luna Community College military friendly?
Luna Community College does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.
How can students request information from Luna Community College through GetEducated?
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What documents are most commonly required for Luna Community College applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does Luna Community College accept life experience credit?
Luna Community College does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are Luna Community College programs fully online or mixed?
Luna Community College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.
Are any admission tests required for Luna Community College programs?
One recurring admissions-test item is ACT/SAT, ACCUPLACER. Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Luna Community College?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any Luna Community College programs have state authorization limitations?
State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at Luna Community College?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Luna Community College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare Luna Community College programs?
Working adults should confirm program format, total cost, timeline, and application requirements before choosing a path.
What should students compare before choosing a Luna Community College program?
Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Luna Community College is located in New Mexico
New Mexico at a Glance:
Top Majors in New Mexico:
Top Incentives in New Mexico:
- New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship: Full tuition coverage
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