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Changing the Field of Nursing

Our nursing students become scholars, and enhance the practice of nursing through a wide range of research efforts. Like developing new understanding of health among vulnerable populations. And addressing health equity as it relates to rural health, chronic illness, women and children’s health and health policy issues.

We educate nurses to become primary care practitioners, nursing professors, nurse leaders and nurse scientists.

Signature Programs

The nursing program at UNM prepares you for successful career in health care.

  • No. 1 BSN Program in New Mexico
  • No. 7 Nationwide Nurse-Midwifery Program

Educating Health Care Leaders of Tomorrow

This is the College of Nursing

Become a Lobo Nurse, prepared to take charge of every aspect of care at the UNM College of Nursing.

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Pre-Licensure BSN at UNM

Find out why students and nurses who want to become exceptional nurses do it at The University of New Mexico College of Nursing Pre-Licensure BSN program.

Pre-Licensure BSN

Freshman Direct-Entry Pre-Licensure BSN

With UNM's Freshman Direct-Entry BSN program, you can apply as a high school senior, be admitted to the College of Nursing as freshman and get started right away! Freshman Direct-Entry Pre-Licensure BSN

Pre-Licensure BSN Rio Rancho Campus

At The University of New Mexico College of Nursing Pre-Licensure BSN Rio Rancho Campus, you'll have the opportunity to focus, grow and discover what community care can really mean. Pre-Licensure BSN Rio Rancho Campus

Accelerated 2nd Degree Pre-Licensure BSN Option

At the UNM College of Nursing, the Accelerated 2nd Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing program transforms your existing degree into a new beginning. Accelerated 2nd Degree Pre-Licensure BSN Option

Post-Bachelor's DNP at UNM

If you’re a nurse seeking leadership and advanced practice opportunities, have a passion for patient care and envision your future as a dedicated advocate for equitable, accessible health care, apply to the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program at the UNM College of Nursing.

UNM Family Nurse Practitioner DNP

Nurses, if you're looking to advance your career and deliver primary family focuses care, join the UNM College of Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner DNP program.

Family Nurse Practitioner DNP

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care DNP

If you are ready to grow from a nurse to a provider, we can give you the tools you need to thrive as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care at the UNM College of Nursing DNP program.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care DNP

UNM Nurse-Midwifery DNP

Nurse-Midwifery at the UNM College of Nursing is more than just a program; it’s the birth of boundless beginnings.

Nurse-Midwifery DNP

UNM Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner DNP

At the University of New Mexico College of Nursing, you can take nursing further by becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner DNP

UNM Nursing Administrative Leadership DNP

Ready to lead change in healthcare? Take the next step with the Nursing Administrative Leadership DNP program at the UNM College of Nursing.

Nursing Administrative Leadership DNP

Simulation & Skills

Learn about the Simulation and Skills experience at the UNM College of Nursing.

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In the News

UNM College of Nursing Receives $1.5M for Scholarships

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing has received a $1.5 million anonymous gift that will provide scholarship support to nursing students over the next five years.

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UNM College of Nursing Honors Spring 2026 Award Recipients

This spring, nearly 200 students earned degrees from The University of New Mexico College of Nursing. Seven students were recognized for their achievements and leadership.

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UNM Nurse-Midwifery Program Ranked No. 7 in the Nation

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing’s Nurse-Midwifery program is now ranked No. 7 in the country, up from No. 10, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools.

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