University of New Mexico Online

Highlights

Some competency-based learning
Awards credit for military training
Offers 24/7 technical support
Synchronous and asynchronous course elements
Same tuition regardless of residency

Overview

Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico’s history pre-dates New Mexico’s statehood. The public research university offers more than 215 degree and certificate programs through a dozen schools and colleges. Through UNM Online, students can complete a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a range of topics. With courses taught and developed by UNM faculty, the university encourages lifelong learning. In addition to its online courses that follow the traditional semester schedule, UNM also is launching new Managed Online Programs with a 7- or 8-week format.

Nursing & Healthcare
Psychology & Counseling
Education & Teaching

University of New Mexico’s Accreditation, Approvals, Tuition & Admissions Info

Accreditation

University of New Mexico is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Tuition

Undergraduate tuition — $340.52
Graduate tuition — $362.92

Admissions and Transfer Info

University of New Mexico’s admission prerequisites and application requirements vary by program.

Undergraduate applicants must submit official high school transcripts with class rank or GED scores; official transcripts for all accredited universities and colleges attended, if applicable; and official SAT or ACT scores.

Graduate applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or its foreign equivalent, and a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in their last two undergraduate years.

School Profile

Accreditation: Regional (Higher Learning Commission)
Region: Southwest
Retention Rate: 80%
Requires SAT or ACT: SAT or ACT
Public/Private: Public Nonprofit
Acceptance Rate: 58%
Graduation Rate: 44%
Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State): Undergrad: $340.52 / $340.52
Grad: $362.92 / $362.92
Address: 1700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 USA