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About Us

Care comes in many forms, and we shape those who provide it. Calling to inquisitive minds and kind hearts, we prepare more than 1,200 nursing students to advance the health of New Mexico. As New Mexico's premier Carnegie R1 university, our research is fueled by curiosity. Our curiosity enables us to change the world.

UNM Nursing Defined

We don't just educate nurses. We shape the future of nursing. Learn more about who we are and what sets us apart.

  • No. 1 BSN Program in New Mexico
  • 1,200+ Nursing Students Enrolled
  • 71% of Students Identify as Members of Underrepresented Groups
  • $1.2M+ Scholarships Awarded in the 2023–24 School Year
  • 83% of Students Receive Financial Aid
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Accelerate New Mexico

New Mexico needs more nurses. The Accelerate New Mexico campaign represents a major opportunity for the College of Nursing to support student success and reduce financial barriers, recruit and retain expert faculty and staff, and support research and invest in nurse scientists. With your help, we can turn these dreams into reality.

Contact Our Team

Admissions & Recruitment
College of Nursing
Building 214
Strategic & Enrollment Services
Suite 1501
1 University of New Mexico

hsc-con-admissions@salud.unm.edu