Navajo Technical University

www.navajotech.edu

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2023 Undergraduate Tuition

$1,800

2.74% growth from 2022

2023 Average Net Price

$4,233

After Financial Aid

2023 Enrolled Students

1,544

45.3% Full-Time

2023 Graduation Rate

11.1%

2 Graduates

About

Navajo Technical University is a higher education institution located in McKinley County, NM. In 2023, the most popular 1 to 2 Year Postsecondary Certificate concentrations at Navajo Technical University were Pre-Nursing Studies (18 degrees awarded), Welding Technology (12 degrees), and Truck, Bus, & Commercial Vehicle Operator & Instructor (10 degrees).

In 2023, 168 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Navajo Technical University. 63.1% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 36.9% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was american indian or alaska native (157 degrees), 78.5 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, two or more races (2 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Navajo Technical University is $1,800, which is $−1,800 less than the national average for Tribal Colleges ($3,600).

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Costs

In 2023, the median undergraduate tuition at Navajo Technical University is $1,800, which is $1,800 less than the national average for Tribal Colleges ($3,600).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $4,233.

In 2023, 68% of undergraduate students attending Navajo Technical University received financial aid through grants.

Tuition Costs

$1,800

2023 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2023, the cost of tuition at Navajo Technical University was $1,800. The cost of tuition at Navajo Technical University is $−1,800 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for Tribal Colleges ($3,600).

This chart compares the tuition costs of Navajo Technical University (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$4,233

2023 Value

52.8%

1 Year Growth

In 2023 Navajo Technical University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,233. Between 2022 and 2023, the average net price of Navajo Technical University grew by 52.8%.

This chart compares the average net price of Navajo Technical University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$7,496

Room and Board

$2,600

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at Navajo Technical University was of $7,496 in 2023. The cost of room and board increased by 31.6% between 2022 and 2023.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $2,600. The cost of books and supplies increased by 62.5% during the same period.

This chart compares the average student costs at Navajo Technical University (in red) with that of similar universities.

Financial Aid by Income Level

68%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

68% of undergraduate students at Navajo Technical University received financial aid through grants or loans in 2023. This represents a growth of 9.68% with respect to 2022, when 62% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Navajo Technical University (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Enrollment

Navajo Technical University had a total enrollment of 1,544 students in 2023. The full-time enrollment at Navajo Technical University is 699 students and the part-time enrollment is 845. This means that 45.3% of students enrolled at Navajo Technical University are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Navajo Technical University, both undergraduate and graduate, is 96.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.55% Hispanic or Latino, 0.648% White, 0.583% Black or African American, 0.453% Two or More Races, and 0.0648% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders.

Students enrolled at Navajo Technical University in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly American Indian or Alaska Native Female (52.9%), followed by American Indian or Alaska Native Male (42.5%) and Black or African American Male (0.993%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly American Indian or Alaska Native Female (59.4%), followed by American Indian or Alaska Native Male (40.6%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

45.3%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Navajo Technical University in 2023, both undergraduate and graduate, is 1,544 students. The full-time enrollment at Navajo Technical University is 699 and the part-time enrollment is 845. This means that 45.3% of students enrolled at Navajo Technical University are enrolled full-time compared with 48.2% at similar Tribal Colleges.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Navajo Technical University (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

86%

2023 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Navajo Technical University was 86%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Tribal Colleges (51.5%), Navajo Technical University had a retention rate higher than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Navajo Technical University (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2023)

American Indian or Alaska Native
1,486 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
24 enrolled students
White
10 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Navajo Technical University is 96.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.55% Hispanic or Latino, 0.648% White, 0.583% Black or African American, 0.453% Two or More Races, and 0.0648% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Tribal Colleges is 79.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, 13.6% White, and 2.6% Hispanic or Latino.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 3 students (0.194%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2023, 44 more women than men received degrees from Navajo Technical University. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Navajo Technical University is american indian or alaska native (157 degrees awarded). There were 78.5 times more american indian or alaska native recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, two or more races (2 degrees).

The most common 1 to 2 Year Postsecondary Certificate concentration at Navajo Technical University is Pre-Nursing Studies (18 degrees awarded), followed by Welding Technology (12 degrees) and Truck, Bus, & Commercial Vehicle Operator & Instructor (10 degrees).

In 2023, the most specialized majors across all degree types at Navajo Technical University, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Construction (20 degrees awarded), Transportation (10 degrees), and Precision Production (12 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Other managers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Navajo Technical University are Other managers (56,337 people), Construction managers (43,386 people), Aircraft pilots & flight engineers (34,606 people), Lawyers, & judges, magistrates, & other judicial workers (30,247 people), and Elementary & middle school teachers (19,360 people).

The most specialized majors at Navajo Technical University in 2023 are Construction (20 degrees awarded), Transportation (10 degrees), Precision Production (12 degrees), Natural Resources & Conservation (6 degrees), and Cultural & Gender Studies (2 degrees) (as of 2023).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Cardiovascular technologists and technicians

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Navajo Technical University are Cardiovascular technologists and technicians, Surgeons, Nuclear medicine technologists and medical dosimetrists, Physicians, and Chief executives & legislators

The most specialized majors at Navajo Technical University are Construction (20 degrees awarded), Transportation (10 degrees), Precision Production (12 degrees), Natural Resources & Conservation (6 degrees), and Cultural & Gender Studies (2 degrees) (as of 2023).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Navajo Technical University are Elementary & secondary schools (2,667,382 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (237,317 people), Construction (147,960 people), General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (113,587 people), and Child day care services (95,784 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by Navajo Technical University.

Most Common (2023)

Pre-Nursing Studies
18 degrees awarded
Welding Technology
12 degrees awarded
Truck, Bus, & Commercial Vehicle Operator & Instructor
10 degrees awarded

In 2023, the most common 1 to 2 year postsecondary certificate concentration at Navajo Technical University was Pre-Nursing Studies with 18 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from 1 to 2 year postsecondary certificate programs at Navajo Technical University according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2023

106

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2023

In 2023, 62 degrees were awarded to men at Navajo Technical University, which is 0.585 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (106).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Navajo Technical University by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2023, 9 degrees were awarded to men at Navajo Technical University in Electrician, which is 9 times more than the 1 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2023, 16 degrees were awarded to men at Navajo Technical University in Pre-Nursing Studies, which is 8 times more than the 2 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

18%

100% Completion Time

24%

150% Completion Time

In 2023, 18% of students graduating from Navajo Technical University completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 24% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 24% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Tribal Colleges Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

American Indian or Alaska Native Male

Highest Graduation Rate (12.5%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2023 at Navajo Technical University is Male and American Indian or Alaska Native (12.5% graduation rate). Across all Tribal Colleges, Non-resident Alien Male students have the highest graduation rate (65.7%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2023)

American Indian or Alaska Native
157 degrees awarded
Two or More Races
2 degrees awarded
Black or African American
1 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Navajo Technical University is american indian or alaska native (157 degrees awarded). There were 78.5 times more american indian or alaska native recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, two or more races (2 degrees).

4.17% of degree recipients (7 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2023)

American Indian or Alaska Native Female
98 degrees awarded
American Indian or Alaska Native Male
59 degrees awarded
Two or More Races Female
1 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Navajo Technical University is american indian or alaska native female (98 degrees awarded). There were 1.66 times more american indian or alaska native female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, american indian or alaska native male (59 degrees).

Operations

Navajo Technical University has an endowment valued at nearly $8.07M, as of the end of the 2023 fiscal year. The return on its endowment was of 31.8k (0.394%) compared to the 4.53% average return (163k on 3.59M) across all Tribal Colleges.

In 2023, Navajo Technical University had a total salary expenditure of 45.4M. Navajo Technical University employs 38 Assistant professors, 19 Associate professors and 18 Instructors. Most academics at Navajo Technical University are Male Assistant professor (22), Female Assistant professor (16), and Male Associate professor (13).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Navajo Technical University are: Service, with 63 employees, Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services, with 25 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 22 employees.

Endowment

$8.07M

2023 Endowment

0.0000124%

growth from 2022

Navajo Technical University has an endowment valued at about $8.07M, as of the end of the 2023 fiscal year. The endowment of Navajo Technical University grew 0.0000124% from the previous year. The value of their endowment was $4.48M higher than than the median endowment of Tribal Colleges according to the Carnegie Classification grouping.

This line chart shows how the endowment at Navajo Technical University (in red) compares to that of some similar universities.

The small bar chart below shows the endowment quintiles for all universities in the Tribal Colleges Carnegie Classification grouping.

Salary Expenditure

$14.7M

2023 Salaries

3.75%

growth from 2022

In 2023, Navajo Technical University paid a median of $14.7M in salaries, which represents 32.3% of their overall expenditure ($45.4M) and a 3.75% growth from the previous year. This is compared to a 13.9% growth between 2021 and 2022, and a 11.1% growth between 2020 and 2021.

The median for similar Tribal Colleges is 4.83M (35.6% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$5.16M

Instructional Salaries

Number of Employees

In 2023, Navajo Technical University paid a total of $5.16M to 87 employees working as instructors, which represents 35.2% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $417k (7.86%) for similar Tribal Colleges.

Occupations by Share

Assistant professor

Most Common Instructor

38 Employees

Service

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

63 Employees

In 2023, the most common positions for instructional staff at Navajo Technical University were Assistant professor with 38 employees, Associate professor with 19 employees, and Instructor with 18 employees.

In 2023, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Navajo Technical University were Service with 63 employees, Librarians, Curators, Archivists, and Academic Affairs and Other Education Services with 25 employees, and Office and Administrative Support with 22 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2023)

Male Assistant professor
Female Assistant professor
Male Associate professor

In 2023, the most common demographic for instructional staff at Navajo Technical University was Male Assistant professor with 22 employees, Female Assistant professor with 16 employees, and Male Associate professor with 13 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at Navajo Technical University.

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