Q: How can I apply to a BREP graduate program?
In BREP, you may apply to only one graduate or concurrent degree program. Refer
to the program's application page for information about the program in which you are
interested, or review the information on the program's website. You can find
contact information including links to the websites for each program at the
BREP homepage.
BREP Programs' Admissions pages:
Q. What are the requirements for admission to graduate programs at
UNM?
The minimum graduate admission requirements are: (1) a bachelor's degree
from an accredited college or university in the United States or its equivalent
in another country; (2) a satisfactory
scholastic average, applicants must present a cumulative grade point average of
at least 3.0 (B) or its equivalent in their last two undergraduate years and in
their major field, and (3) sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in your
chosen field.
Students must indicate all academic institutions they have previously attended on their applications. Failure to disclose any previous college attendance or any other misrepresentation of the record may result in disciplinary action, including revocation of admission to the University.
Domestic students with international coursework please follow the instructions in the section titled Academic Records.
International students requiring determination of their degree equivalency, should contact International Graduate Admissions for more detail.
Q. How does the admissions process work in BREP?
Submit an application by the deadline for the program you are applying to.
Deadlines and admissions processes for programs do vary. Please contact the
program's admissions page listed above for program details.
Submit the transcripts to the BREP office. The program reviews applications and recommends
admission to the Office of Graduate Studies. Official notification of admission comes
from the specific program.
Q: I'm not sure which graduate program within BREP is best for me.
BREP offers a wide range of graduate programs. Review the different programs
BREP offers and identify the ones of greatest interest to you. Visit the website
of each program to research their requirements and expectations. Compare that to your academic
background, professional experience, interests and goals.
Q: I just want to take graduate level courses. How can I do this?
You may apply to become a non-degree nondegree. You will
need to meet all of the normal criteria for admission, and the program must
be willing to accept nondegree students.
Some UNM faculty will grant permission to students to audit courses; this is an unofficial status and completely at the discretion of the individual faculty member. No record of attendance is provided by the Registrar's Office.
For information specific to your situation, please contact the BREP office.
Q: What is the application fee?
You must submit an application fee of $50 when you apply. The
application fee is not refundable. Fees are subject to change. The fee,
made payable to the University of New Mexico, must be paid by International
Postal Money Order or certified check drawn on a U.S. bank. Application fees
cannot be waived nor transferred to future expenses or enrollment. Applications
will not be reviewed until the fee is received.
Applications and fees are applicable for one year (or four consecutive
semesters). If you do not register for the session requested on your application
and wish to postpone enrollment to enrollment to a subsequent semester, you must
notify the Office of Admissions at (505) 277-2447. If you do not enroll within
that time period, a new application and fee are required.
Q: Did you get my application?
Once you submit your complete online application, you will receive an email
confirming your submission. In considering whether the
application has met the deadline the dated postmark on the envelope is
considered. If you still have not heard after 4 weeks, contact the
BREP office to see if they have received your application materials.
Q: When will a decision be made on my application?
Decisions are made on a rolling basis. Meaning we will review the application
and notify the applicant of their decision within several weeks after
submission.
Q: Can I request a waiver of the application fee?
The UNM Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) waives application fees for students in
the following programs:
In order to receive an application fee waiver, applicants are required to submit a letter from the Director of these programs along with their UNM application. Students with financial need may also request a waiver of the application fee when applying to UNM graduate programs. To be eligible for a waiver based on financial hardship, applicants must submit FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid, available at: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/) documents along with a request for an application fee waiver to the Dean of Graduate Studies.
For MD/PhD applicants, they must qualify for the AAMC Fee Assistance Program (FAP) and submit a copy of the approval letter from the AAMC along with a complete Fee Waiver Form to the University of New Mexico School of Medicine Office of Admissions in order to qualify for the Secondary Application fee waiver.
Q: Can I send my application fee electronically or pay it with a credit
card?
Credit card payments can only be accepted if you are applying online.
You may pay the fee online with a credit card or submit a check or money order payable to:
The University of New Mexico
Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 4895
Albuquerque, NM 87196-4895
Q: My transcripts, GRE or TOEFL scores are not ready. Should I wait until
I get them to send my application?
Do not miss the application deadline waiting for your test scores. Be sure to
note your test date and registration number on your application.
Q: Did you receive my transcripts, GRE scores, TOEFL scores?
All queries regarding the status of your application materials must be sent
directly to the BREP office.
Q: What is the UNM institution code for reporting the GRE or TOEFL?
4845
Q: What is the department code for the GRE or TOEFL?
GRE department code: 0609
TOEFL code: 45
Q: How long are GRE scores valid for?
The GRE is a program requirement so check with your program to see if
the GRE is required, and if so, what their requirements are. Scores are reported
for 5 years after taking the test. Specific information can be found at the
GRE website.
Q: I have a question about my visa.
For questions about your visa documents, contact the Office of International
Admissions at goglobal@unm.edu
or visit their
website.
Q: Why haven't I received anything about registration?
The BREP office does not mail registration materials to entering
graduate students. Check with your program for information on how to register
and any requirements they may have. Enrollment in classes opens to entering
graduate students during the summer for the fall semester.
Q: Why can't I register?
A written acceptance of offer letter must be submitted before action can be
taken on registration,
If you have already submitted a written acceptance of offer, and are still unable to register, contact the BREP office.
Q: My address has changed. Who should I notify?
If you are not a registered graduate student at UNM, send your new
information, along with the end date if it is a temporary change, to
the BREP office.
