Founded in 1889 as New Mexico’s flagship institution, The University of New Mexico now occupies nearly 800 acres near old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 500,000 people. It is a blending of history, culture, people, stories, pursuits and panoramas.
Founded in 1889 as New Mexico’s flagship institution, The University of New Mexico now occupies nearly 800 acres near old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 900,000 people.
From the magnificent mesas to the west, past the banks of the historic Rio Grande to the Sandia Mountains to the east, Albuquerque is a blend of culture and cuisine, pursuits and panoramas.
Education
The University of New Mexico offers a wide variety of academic programs through twelve Colleges and Schools.
These academic options includes more than 215 degree and certificate programs, including 94 baccalaureate, 71 masters and 37 doctoral degrees.
Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development provides a variety of research-related services and information for UNM faculty, researchers, and administrators.
Office of the Vice President for Research
STC.UNM
Research & Technology Law
Research Organizations within UNM
Museum of Southwestern Biology
Sevilleta Long Term Ecological Research
U.S. Long Term Ecological Research Network
Earth Data Analysis Center (EDAC)
EPSCoR New Mexico
Office of Contract Archeology
Resource Geographic Information System (RGIS)
The Statistics Clinic
Career
Our office provides professional career advisement to current UNM students as well as UNM alumni and community members.
The Office of Career Services is available through in-person or Zoom appointments to assist students with choosing or changing their major, assessing abilities, interests and values, clarifying career goals, writing a resume or cover letter, preparing for interviews, conducting a job search or preparing to attend graduate school.
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The University of New MexicoStudent Reviews & Awards
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How Students Rated This University
Student Teacher Interaction4.2
Quality of Student Life4.1
4/5
High skills and knowledge of teachers
I really enjoyed my staying in this university, there are a lot of resources you can use for your growing up carrer.
In general terms I liked most of this university, I would say I did not like is that I was foreign student so my lofe style was very conservative and I could not follow my friends in all social activities such as parties and hanging out.
Posted byAnonymous
Studied fromUnknown
Posted onAug 2026
3/5
Good university, bad processes
I learned many different things, not only academically but about life. It changed and structured the way I think and am as a person right now. However, I studied Literature and Hispanic languages, and human degrees tend to be overall very overlooked.
I struggled a lot with processes, with registration semester over semester which can be a little disapointing from one of the best universities of the country.
As well, my school in particular, was very abandoned by the system in all parameters. Facilities, studies programs, teachers, innovation, etc.
Posted byAnonymous
Studied fromUnknown
Posted onAug 2026
3/5
Freedom can be a problem
This University offers a variety of options, that includes the teachers. When a teacher does not like the program that is set for the class, he can change it. This happened to me a lot and practically every student course a different career due the change of the themes and topics seen in class. I'm only talking about the Philosophy School that teachs history, theater, geography, literature of different types and, of course, philosophy. I know that on sciences this can change and be more strict.
This form or study helps to select the teachers by effectiveness and the things you want to know about certain subject. Example: Medieval History from a feminist point of view, a classic, a social, etc. This translate a bit more when every student can course a class from different grades without problem and can course two careers at the same time.
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Best Global Universities Rankings
471
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 26 places compared to 2026
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
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QS World University Rankings
771
By TopUniversities
Dropped 20 places compared to 2026
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
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Academic Ranking of World Universities
No 2026 Ranking
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
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The Global Education Office (GEO) provides services to international students and scholars coming to UNM, coordinates opportunities for UNM students to study overseas and offers intensive English language programs to students interested in studying in the U.S.
As an advocate for international programs on campus, GEO helps to prepare UNM faculty, administrators, and students to understand and work effectively in a complex and rapidly changing global community.
Housing services
Living on campus is about more than having a place to rest your head; it's about the experience! From our Living Learning Program to events and activities, you'll find a variety of experience outside the classroom.
Residence Halls:
Our Halls
Alvarado Hall
Coronado Hall
Hokona Hall
Laguna DeVargas Hall
Redondo Village Apartments
Santa Clara Hall
American Campus Communities (ACC) operates Casas del Rio and Lobo Village as housing options which UNM and community college students may choose. Students sign a lease directly with American Campus Communities when they select Casas del Rio or Lobo Village.
Living in the UNM Residence Halls provides many systems and staff resources to help keep you safe.
Library services
The University Libraries system on the central campus at UNM has the largest library collection in the state.
The four libraries in the system are Zimmerman Library, Centennial Science and Engineering Library, Fine Arts and Design Library and Parish Memorial Library.
The Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections is nationally recognized for the quality of the collection.
ICT services
The IT Organization is overseen by the Office of the CIO and consists of five main areas: Applications, Classroom Technologies, Computing Platforms, Customer Service, and Networks.
Medical services
Student Health & Counseling (SHAC) provides quality health and counseling services to all UNM students to foster student success. Fees charged at SHAC are much lower than community rates. SHAC is funded in part by student activity fees.
Campus life
Offering a distinctive campus environment with a Pueblo Revival architectural theme, the campus buildings echo nearby Pueblo Indian villages.
The nationally recognized campus arboretum and the popular duck pond offer an outstanding botanical experience in the midst of one of New Mexico's great public open spaces.
New Campuses:
UNM West
Branch Campuses:
Gallup
Los Alamos
Taos
Valencia
Sports facilities
Men's sports:
Baseball
Baskeball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track and Field
Women's sports:
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Also, there are other programs, including Spirit Program and Marching Band.
Student clubs
With over 400 student organizations to choose from at UNM, there is something for everyone, and if there isn’t, you can charter your own organization through Students Activities Center.
The Student Union has everything you need:
Student Activities Center
Chartered Students Organisations
Student Gouvernments
Greek Life (Fraternities and Sororities)
Accreditation
The University of New Mexico has been continuously accredited through the Higher Learning Commission of (HLC) since 1922.
The HLC accreditation covers all of UNM's campuses and programs. The institution's last comprehensive review occurred in March 2019, and resulted in the reaffirmation of accreditation.
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