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We are pleased that you are considering the University of New Mexico for graduate study.
The following information should be useful to you as you prepare your application packet. Please note that some application materials are to be sent to the Office of Graduate Studies and other materials are sent directly to the department to which you are applying. Additionally, an application received after University or department/program deadlines will be processed for the following semester if the department accepts applications each semester. If the department admits once a year, applicants must update their materials in writing and submit them to the appropriate office.
Send these materials to the Office of Graduate Studies: Two official transcripts from EACH academic institution you have attended: (With the exception of the University of New Mexico.) Do not assume that any transcript is irrelevant to your proposed program of study. If you are currently enrolled in a school, send the transcripts as they are at present and re-submit transcripts once current grades are posted. It is preferred that the institution send the transcripts directly to the Office of Graduate Studies. If you have the transcripts sent directly to you, DO NOT OPEN THE TRANSCRIPT ENVELOPES. Those that have been opened or tampered with will be considered unofficial and will delay the admissions process. Please order your transcripts early, so that you do not miss the departmental deadline!
Send these to the Department to which you are applying:
1. A Letter of Intent: This is your opportunity to tell the program faculty about yourself. It need not be extremely detailed, but should provide information about your areas of interest, previous experience, and goals. The graduate program to which you are applying can provide more information on its expectations.
2. A minimum of three letters of recommendation are also required as part of an application. You are responsible for completing the blanks at the top of each letter of recommendation (name, program, etc.). The persons who recommended you may choose to return the sealed recommendations to you or directly to the department to which you are applying. Letters that are being directly submitted should be mailed to the graduate program to which you are applying not to the Office of Graduate Studies. It is important that you provide to each person providing a recommendation a stamped envelope addressed to the department to which you are applying. This information ensures that all materials related to your application are easily identifiable.
3. Some graduate programs require additional materials, such as GRE scores, slide portfolios, writing samples, tapes, etc. Check with the program for specific requirements.
Applicant Information: Indicate your full legal name, and also any other names you use. If you do not have a social security number, please request one from your nearest Social Security Office; this will also serve as your student number.
Residency Section: This is used to determine residency for tuition purposes. ALL applicants are required to complete this section, whether seeking in-state residency or not. Military personnel should request an Active Duty Military Tuition Residence form from the Office of Graduate Studies to be considered for Active Duty Military Tuition.
PAYMENT INFORMATION:
The required non-refundable application processing fee is $40.00.
If applying for more than one program, a separate application and processing fee are required. The fee must be paid online for successful submission of the online application.
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