the Undergraduate Viewbook

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What will you
DISCOVER
at New Mexico State University?
GET THE
scoop on the
ADMISSION
process
The world
is calling
Are you ready to
study abroad?
BEING PISTOL PETE:
With a Great
Mustache
Comes Great
Responsibility
All About Discovery!
nmsu.edu
Contents
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
You will find a rewarding career through any of our outstanding undergraduate degrees. Choose from more than
80 areas of study.
Find out all the necessary information to stay on track to
becoming an NMSU Aggie.
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FINANCIAL AID
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HOUSING
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CAMPUS VISIT
Let us help you crunch the numbers and find the best
financial option to help pay for school.
Our housing options have all the comforts of home. You
also can join a Living Learning Community, where you can
connect with students who have similar interests.
Find out why NMSU is the perfect place to receive your
college education. Campus visits are scheduled yearround. Find out more!
On The Cover
Jordan Johnson ‘17, one of two
Aggies who ‘mustache up’ to
play Pistol Pete, is an electrical
engineering student from
Alamogordo, N.M. In addition
to his studies, Johnson makes
spreading the Aggie spirit one of
his priorities. Pistol Pete makes
numerous appearances throughout
the year at sporting events,
fundraisers and community service
and outreach activities. Johnson
is going on his second year
portraying our mascot and helped
lead Pistol Pete to a national
championship in 2015. Johnson plans on continuing to serve in this role
and as a great Aggie ambassador for the remainder of his time at NMSU.
AGRICULTURAL, CONSUMER AND
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES.......................................6
ARTS AND SCIENCES................................................... 10
EDUCATION....................................................................... 18
HONORS.............................................................................. 23
BUSINESS............................................................................ 26
HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES............................ 32
ENGINEERING................................................................... 36
Greetings from New Mexico State University!
As you begin to consider your higher education options, we invite you to join us at NMSU and discover why we are one of America’s Top
Colleges. NMSU is a welcoming and supportive campus community that transforms lives through discovery.
Let me share with you my NMSU story. As an undergraduate student many years ago, I had no idea what my future held. I was
fortunate to attend a school where the campus community was focused on student success. The faculty didn’t know at the time, but
they were preparing me to be the governor of the state of New Mexico, a successful businessperson and now the president of this great
institution.
What will you discover at NMSU? Here, you will find dedicated faculty members, many of whom are leaders in their fields and ready
to assist you in reaching your academic goals. Connect with a vibrant and diverse student body driven to improve the world. We offer
a great education at a great value. Learn about NMSU’s many financial assistance options that help students complete their education
without a mountain of debt.
Become part of the Aggie family, a network that will assist you throughout your lifetime. Take my word for it! NMSU is a great place
to take the next step in your educational journey. Our graduates remind me of this on a daily basis when I hear of the many great things
they are doing. Together, we can make your dreams come true.
Sincerely,
Garrey Carruthers, Ph.D.
President and Professor of Economics
Undergraduate Viewbook
New Mexico State University
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12,784
OUR COLORS
Crimson and White
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Average
Class
Size:
23
OUR MASCOT:
Pistol
Pete
RESEARCH AND
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
WITH LIVE ANIMALS
200+
Student organizations,
clubs and groups
UNDERGRADUATE DORM
ROOM OPTIONS AVAILABLE
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NCAA Division I
SPORTS
Tradition of Excellence Since
1888
Discover the Enchantment of
Southern New Mexico
• Also known as “The City of the Crosses,” Las Cruces is a dynamic city on
the edge of the Chihuahuan Desert, at the foot of the Organ Mountains
and nestled within the Mesilla Valley. The second largest city in the state,
Las Cruces is home to a variety of industries that range from agriculture to
aerospace research and development.
• A growing city and popular southwestern destination, Las Cruces is at the
crossroads of Interstates 10 and 25, making it the ideal location for year-round
visitors.
• Consistently ranked a “Best Small Metro Area for Business and Careers.”
• Residents and visitors alike enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine per year,
perfect weather for outdoor activities, such as golfing, hiking, biking, camping
and boating.
• You can reach a variety of spectacular destinations within a day’s drive.
45 minutes to the Texas border
1 hour from White Sands National Monument and Elephant Butte Lake
2.5 hours from Ski Apache in Ruidoso, N.M. and the Gila Wilderness
3 hours from Carlsbad, N.M. and Albuquerque, N.M.
4 hours from Tucson, Ariz.
• Our friendly and welcoming community offers a variety of opportunities to
enjoy arts, theater, music and dance, in addition to an exciting and eclectic
mix of restaurants. Restaurants feature traditional American and New Mexican
cuisine to international flavors.
• In Las Cruces, boredom is not an option. You can always find a festival or
fiesta on the calendar, such as the Renaissance ArtsFaire, the Las Cruces
Country Music Festival and the Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo,
just to name a few.
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Discover Your
Passion
To view our catalog, go to
catalog.nmsu.edu
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, aces.nmsu.edu
Agricultural Biology
Applied Biology
Entomology
Environmental Biology
Pest Biology and Management
Agricultural Economics and Agricultural
Business
Finance
Marketing
Production
Agricultural and Extension Education
Advanced Technology Education
Agricultural Communications
Agricultural Education Teaching
Agriculture and Community Development
Agronomy
Crop Consulting
Animal Science
Companion Animal
Equine
Animal Science (cont.)
Industry
Science
Clothing, Textiles and Fashion
Merchandising
Conservation Ecology
Environmental Science
Family and Child Science
Family and Consumer Sciences
Education
Food Science and Technology
Culinary Science
Meat Science
Science, Technology and Engineering
General Agriculture
Genetics and Biotechnology
Horticulture
Crop Consulting
Horticulture Business
Landscape Design
Ornamental Horticulture
Hotel, Restaurant and
Tourism Management
Human Nutrition and Dietetic Sciences
Nutrition Education
Pre-Dietetics/Dietetics
Natural Resource Economics and
Policy
Rangeland Resources
Soil Science
Environment and Resource Management
Soils
Soil and Water Science
Turfgrass Science and Management
Athletic Field Management
Golf Course Management
Turfgrass Business
Turfgrass Science
Wildlife Science
Aquatic Ecology and Management
Wildlife Ecology and Management
College of Arts and Sciences, artsci.nmsu.edu
Animation and Visual Effects
Anthropology
Applied Studies
Art
Art History
Museum Conservation
Studio Art
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Communication Studies
Computer Science
Conservation Ecology
Criminal Justice
Digital Film Making
Economics
Engineering Physics
English
Creative Writing
Literature, Language and Culture
Rhetoric, Digital Media and Professional
Communication
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Fine Art
Museum Conservation
Studio Art
Foreign Languages
French
German
Spanish
Genetics and Biotechnology
Geography
Geographic Information Systems and
Technology
Human/Environmental Relationships
Geology
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Earth Science Education
Geological Sciences
Government
History
Individualized Studies
Journalism and Mass
Communications
Mathematics
Actuarial Science and Insurance
Applied Mathematics
Microbiology
Music
Instrumental Performance
Piano Performance
Vocal Performance
Music Education
K-12 Instrumental
K-12 Vocal
Philosophy
Physics
Applied Optics
Applied Physics
Concentration Physics
Geophysics
Material Science
Psychology
Sociology
Theatre Arts
Musical Theatre
Women’s Studies
College of Business, business.nmsu.edu
Accounting
Economics
Finance
General Business
Entrepreneurship
Tribal Management
Information Systems
International Business
Management
Human Resource Management
Managerial Leadership
Project and Supply Chain Management
Management (cont.)
Small Business Management and
Entrepreneurship
Marketing
PGA Golf Management™ Program
College of Education, college.education.nmsu.edu
Athletic Training
Communication Disorders
Counseling and Community Psychology
Dance
Contemporary Dance
DanceSport
Spanish Dance
Elementary Education
Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Elementary Education (cont.)
Social Studies
Kinesiology
Clinical Exercise Science
Exercise Science
Performance Psychology
Physical Education
Secondary Education
Business Education
French Education
German Education
Secondary Education (cont.)
Language Arts
Math Education
Physical Education (K-12)
Science
Social Studies
Spanish Education
Special Education
Dual Licensure in Elementary Education
Dual Licensure in Secondary Education
College of Engineering, engr.nmsu.edu
Aerospace Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical
Civil Engineering
Environmental
Geotechnical
Structural
Water Resources
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Aerospace
Chemical
Electrical
Mechanical
Engineering Technology - Civil
Construction
Renewable Energy
Transportation
Water/Wastewater
Engineering Technology - Electronics and
Computer
Renewable Energy
Engineering Technology - Information
Engineering Technology - Mechanical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Engineering
Information and Communication Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Surveying Engineering
College of Health and Social Services, health.nmsu.edu
Nursing
Public Health
Social Work
Pre-professional Programs
Pre-professional programs are not majors but special programs of study for students of various majors who are preparing to enter a
professional school.
Pre-chiropractic
Pre-dental
Pre-law
Pre-medicine
Pre-pharmacy
Pre-physical therapy
Pre-veterinary
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College of
Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
D
iscover how you can bring science to your life
in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and
Environmental Sciences. Working alongside
renowned faculty and researchers, students have a
multitude of opportunities to make an impact and
improve the lives of New Mexicans, the nation and
the world. Students have access to state-of-the-art
technology such as a cutting-edge culinary lab, plant
science research labs, a student-operated organic
garden and multiple animal science facilities. With
career paths as diverse as food science and agribusiness, plant breeding and fashion merchandising, our
students are equipped with the necessary skills and
tools to be leaders in their chosen fields.
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Alejandra Gonzalez ‘17
Clothing, Textiles and Fashion Merchandising Major
The future of fashion lies in the hands of those with talent and a
good eye for detail. Still, what sets those who simply work in fashion
apart from those who create fashion is passion – an emotion Alejandra expressed so freely at a young age. In middle school, Alejandra
loved “handcrafts and sewing,” and by the time she was in high
school, she modified her clothes, adding her own vision to her style.
Now, thanks to the support of her parents, Alejandra is on her way to
the fashion runway. With family living in El Paso, Texas, and Juarez,
Mexico, this fashionista often has a one- to two-hour commute
to NMSU. A challenge, she says, that is well worth the time. “This
program has helped me improve my skills,” she added. “I dream to
one day be a fashion designer and open a clothing boutique with my
own designs and style.”
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Your Future
Begins Here
Your journey as an Aggie begins today! The information on these
pages will help you prepare for your next steps. Keep in mind that
we are here to answer any questions you may have. Go online to
admissions.nmsu.edu, email [email protected] or call
800-662-6678 or 575-646-3121 to connect with an Admissions
Advisor.
Send your admission application, official ACT or SAT scores
and high school transcripts (or GED test scores) to University
Admissions. Find more detailed information at apply.nmsu.edu.
Admission Requirements
Students who meet the minimum high school course requirements
must meet one of the criteria listed below in order to be admitted:
• Cumulative high school GPA of 2.75
• Ranked in the top 20 percent of their graduating class
• ACT composite score of 21 or SAT score of 990
High School Course
Requirements
Units
English
4
Math
4
Science
2
Foreign Language
1
NMSU uses combined scores from the critical reading and
math portions of the SAT for admission and scholarship purposes.
Note: All entering freshmen must submit official ACT or SAT scores
before final admission is granted. ACT code=2638, SAT=4531
Applicants who meet all the requirements listed above will
be offered admission to NMSU. An applicant who does not meet
all the requirements may also be offered admission if a review of
their additional information indicates that the student would be
successful
at NMSU.
We encourage all students to apply for admission to NMSU.
When reviewing the admissibility of students, we consider many
factors, including high school GPA, test scores, dual-credit
coursework, leadership experience, community involvement and
other accomplishments. Applicants may be asked for additional
information, including academic letters of recommendation, in
support of their application.
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Mark Your Calendar!
ACT National
Test Dates
SAT National
Test Dates
September 12, 2015
October 24, 2015
December 12, 2015
February 6, 2016
April 9, 2016
June 11, 2016
October 3, 2015
November 7, 2015
December 5, 2015
January 23, 2016
March 5, 2016
May 7, 2016
June 4, 2016
Aggie Pathway
In the Aggie Pathway to the Baccalaureate Program, our system of
five campuses works together to navigate you toward a bachelor’s
degree – even if you initially don’t meet admission’s requirements
to the university. Aggie Pathway students may transition to the Las
Cruces campus after successful completion of:
• 24 credits, in addition to any required developmental courses
• 2.50 cumulative college GPA
Students participating in the Aggie Pathway program can attend
academic, cultural and athletic events on the NMSU Las Cruces
campus. Students enrolling through NMSU Doña Ana have access
to on-campus housing and dining. For more information, please visit
our website at aggiepathway.nmsu.edu or call 575-646-8011.
Transfer Requirements
• At least a 2.0 cumulative GPA in your college courses and 36
completed credit hours
• Must be eligible to return to your last college or university
• Application for admission and official college transcripts or
e-transcripts mailed directly from each college or university
attended
If you have fewer than 36 completed college credit hours, you must
fulfill the admission requirements and have at least a 2.5 overall GPA.
Dual Credit
If you participated in a dual-credit program in high school then
you will need to send an official copy of your transcripts from that
college/university to NMSU upon completion of the classes.
DISCOVER
NEW FRIENDS
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Bethany Blundell ‘16
Journalism, Communication Studies and Spanish Major
Bethany hopes to see the world; one of her goals is to visit six continents before age 25. But the nearby value of an NMSU education
prompted the native Las Crucen to stay home. “Before I enrolled at
NMSU, I thought I would simply spend a few years here, get a degree
and leave without much commitment,” Bethany says. “Then I started
attending classes here and realized there were so many amazing opportunities, I couldn’t help but get involved.”
Hard work and NMSU’s resources gave Bethany a taste of the media
field, including internships near Chicago. And she’ll never forget the
weeks she spent learning Spanish in Costa Rica. As her college days
wind down, Bethany savors her experiences at NMSU. She’s grateful
for her caring, knowledgeable professors. “I honestly couldn’t be
happier with where my life is at right now, and I’m so excited to see
where the future takes me,” Bethany says.
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T
he largest academic college at NMSU, the
College of Arts and Sciences promotes
lifelong discovery through leading research
and creative endeavors. Our caring faculty and staff
serve every student, whether your major falls within
one of our 24 academic departments or elsewhere
on campus, by providing foundational courses in
a wide array of fields. We prepare students to be
knowledgeable and responsible citizens. As part of
NMSU’s land-grant mission, we engage with the
greater community – our students perform plays and
symphonies, develop art and history exhibits, gaze at
the stars and work toward scientific discoveries that
will positively impact our lives.
College of
Arts and Sciences
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A Valuable
Experience In-state scholarships and budgets
At New Mexico State University, we guarantee a high-quality
education at an affordable price. With reasonable tuition rates
for in-state students, NMSU provides one of the best educational
values in the country. We award nearly $160 million annually in
scholarships, grants, loans and work-study funds to help you finance
your education. With numerous scholarship options available for
New Mexico first-time freshmen students, NMSU helps ensure an
affordable cost of attendance.
For New Mexico resident, we have scholarship opportunities
such as the President’s Associate Excellence Scholarship, Honors
Excel Scholarship, Regents Success Scholarship and Legislative
Lottery Scholarship, to name a few. New Mexico first-time freshmen
scholarships are merit based. Your high school GPA and ACT/SAT
scores will be taken into consideration when choosing recipients for
our top scholarships.
It is important to remember that certain scholarships have
different deadlines at NMSU. Complete your admission application,
send high school transcripts and test scores and complete the Scholar
Dollar$ application by the required date listed in the scholarship grid. 12
Resident*
Tuition and Fees
$3,364.50
Residence Hall†
$1,945-$2,272
Dining Membership
$1,744-$1,792
Books and Supplies
$603
Total
$7,656.50-$8,031.50
*These are estimated expenses for a typical freshman based on 15 credits. Costs for
transfer students or upperclassmen may vary.
† Prices vary depending on residence hall. Cost is the semester rate for double
occupancy.
Institutional Merit Scholarships
These scholarships are applicable to fall and spring semesters only and are renewable for eight consecutive semesters, unless otherwise stated.
ENROLLMENT
REQUIREMENTS
3.75 GPA and 28 ACT†
or
New Mexico resident.
U.S. citizen or permanent
resident.
Admitted to NMSU Las Cruces
campus as an incoming firsttime student by March 1.
Awarded using a blind selection process with a maximum
of 15 offered each year.
Tuition and fees and $1,000
per semester.
High school diploma from a
NM accredited school, a NM
GED, or a NM-HiSET
CONROY
MERIT
SCHOLARSHIP
NMSU
HOUSING
SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATION
MATERIALS
NEEDED
Tuition and fees, $1,625 per
semester and the NMSU
Housing Scholarship.
HONORS
EXCEL
SCHOLARSHIP
CONROY
ACHIEVEMENT
SCHOLARSHIP
RENEWAL
REQUIREMENTS
AWARD
TOP SCHOLARSHIPS
GERALD
THOMAS
SCHOLARSHIP
HIGH
ACHIEVER
LEADERSHIP
SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
Limited number available.
or
26 ACT†
Tuition and fees and $500
per semester.
Designated a National Merit
Finalist by the National Merit
Scholarship Corporation.
Tuition and fees, $2,500
stipend per semester (Fall
and Spring) and the NMSU
Designated a National Merit
Semi-finalist or National
Achievement Scholar by the
National Merit Scholarship
Corporation.
or
Designated a National
Hispanic Scholar by College
Board.
3.25 GPA first semester (3.5
GPA thereafter) and pass 15
new credits per semester.
Must 1) be admitted to the
NMSU Las Cruces campus,
2) submit a Scholar Dollar$
application, and 3) have all
required credentials on file by
December 9.
No application required..
3.3 GPA each semester and
pass 15 new credits per
semester.
No application required.
Renewable for one semester
only.
Tuition and fees, $1,250
stipend per semester (Fall
and Spring) and the NMSU
U.S. citizen or permanent
resident.
$2,000 per semester toward
the cost of on-campus
housing.
Admitted to NMSU Las Cruces
campus as an incoming firsttime student.
Awarded on a competitive
basis for a maximum of two
semesters.
REGENTS
SUCCESS
SCHOLARSHIP
OPPORTUNITY
SCHOLARSHIP
LEGISLATIVE
LOTTERY
SCHOLARSHIP
NEW MEXICO
SCHOLARS
SCHOLARSHIP
or
3.75 GPA
GED, or a NM-HiSET
3.0 GPA first semester (3.0
cumulative GPA thereafter)
and pass 15 new credits per
semester.
Tuition and fees.
3.0 GPA
or
21 ACT†
$1,000 for the first regular
semester.
No renewal.
STATE-FUNDED MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
First semester college GPA of
2.5 and pass 15 new credits.
Percentage of tuition*.
2.5 cumulative GPA and pass
15 new credits per semester.
Tuition and fees, and
textbook stipend.
3.0 GPA and pass 12 new
credits per semester (24
credits per year).
Preference given to students
admitted to the NMSU Las
Cruces campus and having all
required credentials on file by
March 1.
GED, or a NM-HiSET
25 ACT†
or
Top 5% of high school
graduating class and
qualifying family income
of $60K or less.
It is understood that any item in this chart is subject to modification at any time by proper administrative procedure. Typically, students are only eligible for only one scholarship or out-of-state
tuition waiver, except for the Conroy Merit, Conroy Achievement and NMSU Housing scholarships. * The amount of the Legislative Lottery Scholarship is subject to change by the New Mexico Higher
Education Department or the New Mexico Legislature. † ACT/SAT equivalents: 21 ACT=990 SAT, 23 ACT=1070 SAT, 24 ACT=1110 SAT, 25 ACT=1150 SAT, 26 ACT=1190 SAT, 28 ACT=1260 SAT, 30
ACT=1340 SAT. NMSU uses combined scores from the critical reading and math portions of the SAT for admission and scholarship purposes.
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A Valuable
Experience Out-of-state scholarships and budgets
Students from outside New Mexico have many opportunities to attend
New Mexico State University’s Las Cruces campus without the out-of-state
cost. The Western Undergraduate Exchange, Colorado-Arizona Waiver and
135 Mile Texas Tuition scholarship waiver reduce the out-of-state tuition
to an amount that is comparable to the in-state rate. These tuition waivers
135 Mile Rate*
are automatically awarded once admitted to NMSU. Another opportunity
for nonresident students to reduce tuition is through the Out-of-State
Competitive scholarship. Attending NMSU from out of state may not
be as expensive as you think. Use the scholarship grid below to see what
opportunities are available for you to study at NMSU!
Nonresident*
Colorado-Arizona
Reciprocal
WUE*
Tuition and Fees
$3,564
$10,617
$5,046.75
$3,364.50
Residence Hall†
$1,945-$2,272
$1,945-$2,272
$1,945-$2,272
$1,945-$2,272
Dining Membership
$1,744-$1,792
$1,744-$1,792
$1,744-$1,792
$1,744-$1,792
Books and Supplies
$603
$603
$603
$603
$7,856-$8,231
$14,909-$15,284
$9,338.75-$9,713.75
$7,656.50-$8,031.50
Total
*These are estimated expenses for a typical freshman based on 15 credits. Costs for transfer students or upperclassmen may vary.
† Prices vary depending on residence hall. Cost is the semester rate for double occupancy.
Out-of-state tuition waivers
ENROLLMENT
REQUIREMENTS
OUT-OF-STATE
COMPETITIVE
AWARD
RENEWAL
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATION
MATERIALS
NEEDED
3.5 GPA and pass 15 new
credits per semester.
Must 1) be admitted to the
NMSU Las Cruces campus, 2)
submit a Scholar Dollar$ application, 3) submit a FAFSA, and
4) have all required credentials
on file by March 1.
2.5 semester GPA and pass 12
new credits per semester.
Must be admitted to the
NMSU Las Cruces campus.
OUT-OF-STATE SCHOLARSHIPS
Non-New Mexico resident.
Semesters are prorated for
transfer students, based on
prior total semesters
135 MILE
TEXAS TUITION
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
or
3.0 GPA and 26 ACT† (3.5
cumulative college GPA for
transfers)
Texas resident within 135
miles of the NMSU Las Cruces
campus.
WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE
EXCHANGE
(WUE)
Residents from participating
states (AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID,
MT, ND, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA,
WY), and the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana
Islands.
COLORADOARIZONA
RECIPROCAL
Colorado and Arizona residents.
In-state tuition rate and
$100 per semester.
Near in-state tuition rate.
See uar.nmsu.edu for exact
amount.
First-time student
requirements or 2.0
cumulative college GPA for
transfers.
150% of in-state tuition rate.
In-state tuition rate.
It is understood that any item in this chart is subject to modification at any time by proper administrative procedure. Typically, students are only eligible for only one scholarship or out-of-state tuition
waiver, except for the Conroy Merit, Conroy Achievement and NMSU Housing scholarships. * The amount of the Legislative Lottery Scholarship is subject to change by the New Mexico Higher Education
Department or the New Mexico Legislature. † ACT/SAT equivalents: 21 ACT=990 SAT, 23 ACT=1070 SAT, 24 ACT=1110 SAT, 25 ACT=1150 SAT, 26 ACT=1190 SAT, 28 ACT=1260 SAT, 30 ACT=1340 SAT. NMSU
uses combined scores from the critical reading and math portions of the SAT for admission and scholarship purposes.
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Scholar
Dollar$
Applying for multiple scholarships
has never been simpler!
It’s easy and convenient. Discover which NMSU scholarships
you qualify for; we have a variety of scholarships offered to
incoming freshmen, transfer students and continuing students.
Mark your calendar – applications are accepted from
October 1 through March 1.
Go to scholarships.nmsu.edu
for more information.
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Invest in
Yourself Federal Financial Aid
Add to Your Success
As you begin to calculate your next move,
rest assured we will be there every step of the
way. Our advisors will guide you through
the financial aid process and help you find
the best option that fits your financial needs.
Grants, scholarships, work-study, waivers
and student loans are available. Call
877-278-8586 or 575-646-4105, email
[email protected] or visit us at
fa.nmsu.edu for more information.
Begin Here
Start by completing the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at
fafsa.ed.gov. A paper FAFSA is also
available by calling the Federal Student
Aid Information Center, 800-4FED-AID
(800-433-3243). You can begin a FAFSA on
January 1 of each year.
NMSU’s FAFSA code is 002657
Apply early! Deadlines are usually
early in the year. Priority deadline for some
limited funds is March 1.
Make sure to review your Student
Aid Report (SAR), which is sent after the
FAFSA has been completed. Your SAR
contains the information reported on your
FAFSA and includes your Expected Family
Contribution (EFC). The EFC, a measure
of your family’s financial situation, is used
to determine your eligibility for federal
student aid. Review your SAR information
and make corrections or changes online at
fafsa.ed.gov, if necessary. The school(s) you
list on your FAFSA will get your SAR data
electronically.
BUDGET – RESOURCES =
ELIGIBILITY
Determining Eligibility
for Need-based Aid
Many students receive a combination
of different types of aid, such as grants,
scholarships, work-study, waivers and
student loans for the same year. If you
qualify for multiple types of aid, your
NMSU financial aid advisor will assemble
an aid package.
University Financial Aid and Scholarship
Services establishes a budget based on the
projection of what it will cost you to attend
NMSU for a year. Your resources will be
subtracted from your budget. The amount
of money that is not covered by your own
resources is your need, sometimes referred
to as your eligibility.
DISCOVER
NEW
RESOURCES
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Many factors go into figuring a
student’s resources when determining
eligibility. Some elements in the calculation
are the student’s savings, wage earnings,
college savings plans, other resources (such
as scholarships and veterans benefits), the
income and assets of the student’s family,
the number of family members in total and
the number who are currently in college.
Award Notification
The award letter is your notification of aid
for the upcoming academic year. You can
access the NMSU electronic award letter to
accept or decline your awards at
my.nmsu.edu.
Terms of Your Award
• You must be classified as a degreeseeking student at NMSU to be eligible
for financial aid. Students who are
non-degree status are not eligible for
financial aid.
• Your financial assistance is awarded
based on merit or calculated need
as determined from the information
provided on your FAFSA. Financial
aid awards are subject to adjustment
or cancellation due to changes in laws,
regulations, appropriations, changes
reported or discovery of data error.
Part of your financial aid package may
include a student loan. There are three types
of Direct Loans: subsidized, unsubsidized
and PLUS. To accept a Federal Direct Loan
in your aid package, go to the Student tab in
my.nmsu.edu.
Federal regulations specify that all
students who are borrowing a Federal
Direct Loan for the first time, or the first
time at NMSU, must complete a Debt
Management/Entrance Counseling session
before any loans will be processed, including
the Master Promissory Note (MPN). One
MPN is good for multiple disbursements to
the same borrower and can be used for one
or more academic years. Go to fa.nmsu.edu
and click on “Loans” for more information.
• If you receive any financial assistance
from an outside source that is not
included in your award letter, you must
inform University Financial Aid and
Scholarship Services as soon as possible.
• Check your my.nmsu.edu email account
throughout the semester and during
breaks. Officialnotifications that require
timely responses will be sent only to your
official NMSU email address.
Your Award Timeline
If you are awarded a grant, student loan,
scholarship or waiver, funds will be
automatically credited to your account
during the first week of school (funds will be
applied to charges owed). If there are excess
funds, NMSU will forward the funds to
your direct deposit account or issue you
a check. Refunds are disbursed on dates
listed in the semester schedule of classes.
Submitting a late application may result in
funds being delayed.
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College of
Education
E
ducation transforms lives through discovery. NMSU’s
College of Education is a national leader in bilingual
education, multicultural education, special education
and technology. Most education professionals in New Mexico
got their start with us. Our five academic departments emphasize innovative practices, overcoming learning barriers and
literacy for the area’s diverse populations. We’re dedicated to
providing excellent opportunities for students and partnering
with our schools to enhance the education of New Mexico’s
children. Welcome to our diverse, supportive community –
where you will chart your pathway to success.
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Jessica Gonzalez ‘18
Elementary Education Major
Helping others and giving back to her community come naturally
to Jessica. During high school, Jessica contributed to academic
organizations, athletics teams and charity events. She even started
a tutoring program, all while holding a part-time job. With those
attributes and with the guidance from NMSU faculty, it’s no surprise
that Jessica is on her way to becoming a teacher.
Within her first year on campus, Jessica discovered the caring community that is NMSU. She fit right in. Jessica found friendly support
and multiple avenues to be engaged in campus life. She grew up in
a little town — Lordsburg, New Mexico — and wondered if she’d find
that spirit of togetherness amid the buzz of a large college campus.
“Now I know that it’s actually small enough to get to know people,
you just have to put yourself out there,” Jessica says. “I also found
that it is actually very easy to get involved.”
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Discover a Welcoming
Community
Our residence halls offer furnished, mostly suite-style rooms, large
lobbies and plenty of outdoor space. Each residence hall has its own
personality and environment, offering a variety of choices while
providing all the amenities, social interaction and academic support
students need. Living on campus is an investment in your academic
success. Studies show that students who live on campus are more
likely to:
• Maintain higher grades
• Take advantage of campus resources
• Interact with professors outside of the classroom
• Graduate (and do it in four years!)
Find Your Space
Comforts of Home
Live and Learn
Our traditional residence halls offer a close-knit and safe community. All-inclusive amenities and utilities include:
• Air conditioning
• Cable TV
• Laundry facilities
• Fully furnished rooms (adjustable, loftable beds with modern,
moveable and storage-friendly furniture allowing you to customize and maximize your space)
• Wireless and wired Internet connection
• Close access to classes and campus resources
• No commuting cost
• Mail (all mailboxes are located in Garcia Hall)
• Access to live-in student and professional staff
• 24-hour service and security desk
Living Learning Communities are a benefit you won’t find anywhere
else in the area. As a member of an LLC, you will live in the same
residence hall and floor with other students who share common
academic and social interests. LLCs offer opportunities for peer
advising and mentoring, study groups, interaction with faculty and
academic staff, and extracurricular activities and programs.
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Apply for housing soon after being admitted to the university.
Use your MyNMSU username and password to access the
housing department’s online application system,
myhousing.nmsu.edu/myhousing. Visit housing.nmsu.edu
for details and instructions.
For more information, contact Housing and Campus Life:
575-646-3202
housing.nmsu.edu
[email protected]
facebook.com/NMSUhousing
LLCs in Rhodes Garret Hamiel Residence Hall
Engineering, Honors, Residential College, iD (Entrepreneurship),
Pre-pharmacy
LLCs in Garcia Residence Hall
ACES (Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences),
Business, Education, Fine Arts, Natural Sciences, Professional Golf
Management™
Rhodes Garrett Hamiel Schematic
*Double occupancy suite-style, $1,945.
Garcia Hall Schematic
Piñon Hall Schematic
* Prices are for the 2015-2016 academic year and are subject to change.
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Discover
Your Palate
As a thriving NMSU student, you will want to take advantage of
one of the many convenient dining options available. Meal plans
at NMSU offer variety, convenience and great taste. You have your
choice of Southwest favorites and international cuisine through
locally owned restaurants and national chains. What are you craving?
Taos Restaurant, our campus dining hall, features all the variety
students expect such as made-to-order omelets and pasta, deli
sandwiches, burgers, soups, a fruit/salad bar and stir-fry. How about
a hearty home-cooked meal, vegetarian and vegan selections, or
delectable desserts? With so much variety, you’ll never go hungry.
There’s an app for that! The daily menu can be
checked online and recipes have been paired with
the MyFitnessPal smartphone app for students to
track nutrition.
For more information, contact
Campus Dining:
575-646-4801
nmsudining.sodexomyway.com
facebook.com/NMSUdining
On-campus Dining Plans
Aggie Choice 230
$1,744 / semester
230 entrances to Taos Restaurant and $325 Aggie Dining Dollars
Aggie Unlimited
$1,792 / semester
Unlimited entrances to Taos Restaurant and $100 Aggie
Dining Dollars
Off-campus Dining Plans
Aggie 64
$845 / semester
64 entrances to Taos Restaurant and $325 Aggie Dining Dollars
Pistol 400
$388 / semester
$400 Aggie Dining Dollars
You can sign up through ID Card Services at idcard.nmsu.edu, by
phone at 575-646-4835 or in person at Corbett Center, Rm. 130.
Note: Prices are subject to change.
The information above is a range of dining options available. You can
specify which plan you would like on your housing application.
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Honors
College
D
iscover your potential with us. NMSU’s
Honors College serves talented
and motivated students from all
majors across campus. In small, challenging
classes master teachers provide one-on-one
attention, engage in lively discussions and lead
collaborative investigation of interdisciplinary
topics. We’re the first honors college in New
Mexico. Join us and you will take part in
innovative research teams, special seminars
and workshops designed to help you meet
your academic and professional goals. If you’re
up for the challenge, you will graduate with
University Honors.
We are one of the hidden gems
on campus where students have
the opportunity to get the same
kind of education available at
elite liberal arts colleges without
the outrageous price tag.
— Miriam Chaiken
Honors College Dean
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Discover New
Connections
At New Mexico State University, your
success as a student is our top priority. We
know, as an NMSU student, you will work
hard on reaching your goals and we are here
to lend a hand. Our academic and cultural
diversity programs are here to help. From
math and writing centers to programs that
will help guide you in choosing your field
of study, we have something to fit every
student’s needs.
American Indian Program
aip.nmsu.edu
The American Indian Program provides
programs and services designed to enable
students to successfully achieve their postsecondary goals. We offer the following
services to students: supplemental academic advising and guidance, scholarships,
tutoring referrals, student orientation, peer
mentor program, career guidance, resource
materials and a computer lab.
Black Programs
blackprograms.nmsu.edu
Black Programs offers counseling and
academic assistance, maintains a library of
Black Studies materials, sponsors cultural
and social events for students, and assists
with job placement and job referrals.
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Chicano Programs
Campus Tutoring Services
chicano.nmsu.edu
ssc.nmsu.edu/tutoring
Chicano Programs promotes and empowers student success through education and
development of cultural literacy. Services
include advocacy for academic, financial
and life issues. Free faxing and longdistance phone calls when applying for a
job or internship. Students are welcome
to use the computer lab/lounge. Chicano
Programs provides support to 13 Hispanic
student organizations.
Campus Tutoring Services provides afternoon, evening and weekend tutoring to
NMSU students at no charge.
Sexual and Gender Diversity
Resource Center
sgdrc.nmsu.edu
The SGDRC is a welcoming place for all
students, faculty and staff on campus with
special emphasis on providing resources and
support for the GLBTQ
community. We have
many resources available
in our office, including a
computer lab, information
on scholarships, publications and literature from
local and national GLBTQ
organizations and an extensive library pertaining to
GLBTQ issues.
Math Success Center
www.math.nmsu.edu/msc
We offer free tutoring for lower-division
math and stat courses, math placement
exams and a testing center that is used for a
variety of math courses.
Student Success Center
ssc.nmsu.edu
The Student Success Center provides tutoring opportunities and learning and studying
strategies to help students succeed.
Writing Center
english.nmsu.edu/services/writing-center
The Writing Center provides essay critiques, one-on-one grammar instruction,
feedback and brainstorming assistance on
any writing assignment.
Speech and Hearing Center
spedcd.education.nmsu.edu/cd/shc
The Edgar R. Garrett Speech and Hearing Center offers year-round services by
appointment. In addition to the services
provided in our on-campus clinic, students
and faculty regularly provide hearing, speech
and language screenings for the Las Cruces
Public Schools, Gadsden Public Schools,
Doña Ana County Head Start, NMSU
Myrna’s Children’s Village, local day cares
and Las Cruces Region Special Olympians.
Student Accessibility Services
sas.nmsu.edu
NMSU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified students
in accordance with state and federal laws.
Student Accessibility Services at NMSU
offers a variety of services to students with
documented physical, learning or psychological disabilities.
Career Exploration Center
careerexploration.nmsu.edu
Students can find information and guidance
on careers and majors at the Career Explora-
tion Center. We provide individual career
counseling and information about career
interest assessments.
Career Services
careerservices.nmsu.edu
Career Services offers career fairs, career
advising, on-campus recruiting, practice
interview sessions, résumé reviews and
workshops. Information on work-integrated
learning opportunities through student
employment, internships and cooperative
education (co-op) is available. The “Red
to Green” Money Management Program
conducts workshops, presentations and oneto-one sessions that provide students with
skills to help them flourish financially.
NMSU Library
Cross Campus Advising
ssc.nmsu.edu
Cross Campus Advising assists students with
academic advising, changing or exploring
majors, seeking connection within a college,
or needing assistance navigating administrative procedures at the university. Cross
Campus Advising provides a confidential
place to share thoughts and concerns as well
as provide resources and referrals.
Learning and Study Skills
ssc.nmsu.edu/services/workshops
Through the Student Success Center, students will discover information and concrete
tools for improving their study and learning
skills. Students will find workshops in relation to Active Listening and Note-taking,
Critical Thinking, Stress Management and
Learning Styles, just to name a few.
ICT Student Technology
studenttech.nmsu.edu
lib.nmsu.edu
The NMSU Library consists of two buildings, Zuhl and Branson. Zuhl has the arts,
humanities and social science collections,
and offers research assistance through the
reference desk, class reserves and Information Delivery Services. Branson contains
the science, business, agricultural, multimedia, archives and special collections; it also
includes the periodicals room, U.S. government documents and maps.
Computer labs, free printing, anti-virus
software and equipment rentals are available
to all students. In addition, students can get
one-on-one help with myNMSU, Office
365 tools, downloading free Microsoft Office for personal devices and Canvas (online
courses). The ICT Help Desk, available at
575-646-1840 or [email protected], provides technical assistance related to NMSU
accounts, password resets, virus checks and
connecting to AggieAir, the campus wireless
service.
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s one of America’s leading business schools,
discovery is our business. Our students come
from all over the globe, eager to make a difference. Our faculty members share vast expertise in
numerous areas – global leadership styles, integrating
indigenous ethics into business practices and marketing healthy food and lifestyles are just a few. Our
graduates have a long tradition of transforming lives
in their communities by building successful organizations. They’re loyal too: Many alumni give back to
current students through scholarships, internships
and mentoring.
Benjamin Slater ‘15
Business and Accounting Major
In the classroom and on the field, Benjamin works hard to hit it out
of the park for himself, his family and his team. As a student-athlete
on the Aggie baseball team and a Crimson Scholar, this Minnesota
native juggles multiple responsibilities, making time management a
bit challenging.
However, with the support of the campus community, and especially
the NMSU faculty, he continues on a path to success. “The teachers
have been really great,” he says. “Professors work with us; they’re
flexible and accessible.” With an eye toward the future, Ben is looking
forward to combining his lifelong love of sports with his chosen
career. “My plan is to be an accountant for a sports team,” he says.
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College of
Business
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Discover New
Adventures
Gain Real-world Know-how
NMSU’s nationally recognized Cooperative
Education and Internship program provides valuable learning opportunities, where the student,
the employer and the university work together
to achieve success. Experiences are available in a
variety of areas, such as business, industry, government and non-profit organizations. Co-ops provide
curriculum-related work assignments that will
meet a student’s interests, abilities and career goals
through paid employment. Full-time students that
are classified as sophomores can apply for co-op/internship positions available for the spring, summer
and fall semesters.
careerservices.nmsu.edu
[email protected]
575-646-4115
Garcia Annex, Rm. 200
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Experience the World
Your education is not limited to what happens on campus. Our Education Abroad programs will prepare
you to be a global citizen and allow you to experience unique and life-changing opportunities. Study in any
of the 60 participating countries around the world through semester and academic year exchanges, language
immersion, faculty-led courses or summer programs. It’s never been easier to go global! Gain a different
view of the world, enhance your leadership skills and increase greater career opportunities. You also get to
use your existing financial aid, pay in-state tuition and have access to thousands of dollars in scholarships.
studyabroad.nmsu.edu
[email protected]
575-646-5107
Garcia Annex, Rm. 238
This NSE experience has allowed me to grow as
a person and become more independent, to visit
some fascinating sites I never thought I would
visit and meet some great people throughout
the exchange.
— Kevin Perez, Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology
Spring 2015 Exchange at the University of Puerto Rico
It was the best decision I’ve ever made. It has
shown me a whole new perspective on life. I
would recommend it to anyone, especially to
those who have not lived in another state.
Explore New Cultures
Enhance your academic experience
through a National Student Exchange, a
study-away opportunity that allows you
to gain culturally enriching and academically rewarding experiences within the
United States (as well as Puerto Rico,
Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands) and
Canada. More than 160 universities
participate in the program. From sea to
shining sea, students live life from a different point of view.
nse.org
[email protected]
575-646-3200
Corbett Student Union, Rm. 104
— Kameron Armstrong, Business Management
2014-2015 Exchange to Montana State University
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Discover New
Strengths
New Mexico State University promotes wellness of the body, mind
and spirit. We strive to support the NMSU community with
access to physical and mental health care and health and wellness
programs, and also provide facilities for fitness activities. We invite
you to enjoy our exciting opportunities on campus! Find out
more: wellness.nmsu.edu.
Healthy and Fit Aggies
The James B. Delamater Activity Center houses Recreational Sports,
which includes Intramural Sports, Outdoor Recreation, the Aquatic
Center and Wellness Programs. The Activity Center has a weight
and cardio room, racquetball courts, climbing wall, dance studios,
indoor cycling room, indoor track, basketball/volleyball courts and
an outdoor cycling room.
Outdoor Recreation
Explore the Southwest! We offer opportunities to meet new people,
see new places and have new and diverse experiences. Past Outdoor
Recreation excursions and events include Carlsbad Caverns, skiing
in Taos and an introductory course in climbing and backpacking for
adventure enthusiasts. Outdoor equipment is available for rent in
the Outdoor Center located in the Activity Center.
Campus Wellness
Choose your fitness path and transform into a new you! Fitness
classes are available Monday-Friday and include aqua aerobics, body
blast, body sculpting, cardio, indoor cycling, kickboxing, Pilates,
yoga and Zumba.
Campus Health Center
Aquatic Center
NMSU Rec Sports provides certification courses in First Aid/CPR/
AED, Lifeguarding, Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor
and Wilderness and Remote First Aid. All courses are American Red
Cross certified.
The Campus Health Center is a nationally accredited outpatient
ambulatory health care center offering services in acute care, mental
health, women’s health, immunizations and health education. Our
Campus Health Center offers:
• Urgent Care
• Pharmacy
• X-ray
• Laboratory
• Insurance Filing
• Referrals
Intramural Sports
NMSU Counseling Center
We offer competitive and fun individual, dual and team sports.
Teams compete against each other within the NMSU community.
You have your choice of sports including:
Counseling and Student Development offers a number of services to
the campus community in the form of therapy, crisis intervention,
consultation, career counseling, social work, outreach and mental
health awareness. The Counseling Center has a range of counselors
and psychologists that are here to assist NMSU students.
The Aquatic Center houses a 25-yard indoor pool and an Olympic-size
outdoor pool, which are heated and open year round. Swim laps or
jump off the 1- or 3-meter diving boards during our recreation time. Get Certified!
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Bowling
• Disc Golf
• Dodgeball
• Flag Football
• Golf
• Handball
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• Kickball
• Ping Pong
• Racquetball
• Soccer
• Softball
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Water Polo
DISCOVER
NEW ABILITIES
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College of
Health and Social Services
D
iscover how you can make a difference in the lives of
others by joining the students pursuing degrees in the
College of Health and Social Services at New Mexico
State University. Our students are prepared to play a key role
in the promotion of health and wellness. Our talented faculty
members inspire students to prepare for a changing world of
health care and improve the lives of individuals, families and
communities. Additionally, the college is home to research
institutes such as the Southwest Institute for Health Disparities Research and the Survey Research and Program Evaluation
Center. It is also home to the Southern Area Health Education
Center, which provides health education to the border region.
Enrolling in our programs opens doors to students in the areas
of Nursing, Public Health and Social Work.
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Jessie Velasco ‘16
Nursing Major
In 2011, Jessie traveled to Guadalajara, Mexico, on a medical mission trip. This experience allowed her to work with nurses but also
inspired her to become a nurse herself. “I watched these nurses
comfort children, give updates to doctors and teach parents how to
care for their children’s health,” Jessie says. “I knew then that is what
I wanted to do.”
The Albuquerque native and Crimson Scholar is preparing for her
dream career at NMSU’s School of Nursing, where she is gaining the
necessary experience and know-how — in the classroom and out in
the field — to care for her patients. “My experience here has taught
me how sensitive the nursing field is and that sensitivity is part of
the beauty of this profession,” she says. In addition to her studies,
Jessie is discovering many leadership opportunities within student
groups and organizations.
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Discover New
Experiences
There is more to campus life than studying and textbooks. At New
Mexico State University, our faculty, staff and students as well
as our community members enjoy a variety of activities that will
satisfy any interest.
student government is here to serve students and the Las Cruces
community through outreach activities and community service
projects, such as Keep State Great, The Big Event and Crimson Cab.
Find out more: asnmsu.nmsu.edu.
From A to Z: 200+ Student Organizations
and Clubs
Cultural Experiences
Build friendships that last a lifetime through any of our student
groups that range in topics from cultural and political to professional and sports related. Find peers with similar backgrounds and
interests, or make new connections. Find out more:
campusactivities.nmsu.edu.
Be inspired by some of the best art, theater, music and dance
available in the area. You’ll find a professional theater – ASNMSU
Center for the Arts – concerts by local and touring musicians, art
galleries and museums, films, symphony and opera performances,
poetry readings and visiting speakers and authors. Students also can
find a campus TV station and radio stations.
Grow your network of friends within these categories:
InterFaith Council at NMSU
Cultural
Departmental
Fraternity
Governing
Graduate
Honorary
Political
The InterFaith Council at NMSU is a group of organizations that
offer help in spiritual growth, support and guidance to students,
faculty and staff. The council provides opportunities for those in the
NMSU community to explore their own faith tradition and engage
people from other faith traditions; they serve as a referral service for
students, faculty and staff needing spiritual counseling. The council
seeks to provide common ground for diverse faith traditions to
express care and compassion to the NMSU and Las Cruces communities. Find out more: nmsu.edu/~ifc.
Professional
Publication/Media
Religious
Social
Sorority
Special Interest
Sports
Greek Life
The Greek community is an active member of our student population. They are involved with many campus and school-related activities, and they hold their own events that benefit NMSU and the
surrounding community. With 19 Greek chapters offering a unique
and exciting college experience, you are sure to have an extraordinary time at NMSU. Find out more: greeklife.nmsu.edu.
ASNMSU – Your Student Government
The Associated Students of New Mexico State University enhances
the college experience by providing valuable programs, events and
services. All Aggies are encouraged to participate in ASNMSU
sponsored events; you also can get involved with the inner workings
of the group by becoming a member – as freshmen you can start
through the Roadrunner Program. Take pride in knowing that your
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DISCOVER
NEW INTERESTS
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Josh Medina ‘16
Aerospace Engineering
Since grade school, Josh saw his future when he looked up at the
stars. “To this day, I am still enthralled with space and I someday
wish to be a part of a team that sends a craft to space,” Josh says.
His aerospace engineering courses at New Mexico State University
are propelling Josh toward that goal. Josh says his caring professors
have given him the motivation he needed, providing “the opportunity and the skills to one day make those dreams a reality.” Josh is
one step closer to reaching his goal. During summer 2015, he was
an intern at a rocket and missile propulsion company called Aerojet
Rocketdyne in Socorro, N.M.
Josh came from the Denver area, wanting to discover a new place for
college. At NMSU he has forged lasting friendships, and has fallen in
love with the desert and food here. Josh joined a fraternity and helps
the NMSU Alumni Association. “I couldn’t imagine spending my four
years of college anywhere else than Las Cruces,” says Josh.
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E
ngineering is discovery. NMSU’s College
of Engineering launched in 1891, offering
courses in civil and mechanical engineering.
Since then, we’ve grown into one of the nation’s best
engineering schools. Our six academic departments
are home to programs you can’t find anywhere else
in the state. Our distinguished faculty members
uniquely combine engineering fundamentals and
design with practical, hands-on experiences, giving
our students a competitive advantage in the industry
and advanced graduate studies. Our highly sought
after graduates work in business, government and
academia across the world.
College of
Engineering
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Discover Our
Traditions
NMSU Ring
Aggie Fight Song
Homecoming Week
Graduating NMSU students who purchase
a ring can participate in a special ceremony
held in the fall and spring semesters prior to
graduation. After receiving their rings, students will wear them with the school name
facing inward. After the granting of degrees
at commencement, graduates turn their
rings around with the school name facing
outward, symbolizing they are now ready to
face the world.
“Aggies, Oh Aggies” is based on an old New
Orleans brass band tune called “Oh, Didn’t
He Ramble,” but it’s possible this song goes
even further back.
Aggies, Oh Aggies!
The hills send back the cry,
We’re here to do or die! Aggies, Oh Aggies!
We’ll win this game or know
the reason why!
And when we win this game,
We’ll buy a keg of booze,
And we’ll drink to the Aggies
‘Til we wobble in our shoes.
A – G – G – I – E- S!
Aggies! Aggies! Go Aggies!
Homecoming occurs every year mid fall
semester. Throughout the week, events are
held for students and alumni to attend. The
week ends with a football game and the
naming of the king and queen.
Painting of the “A”
The “A” on Tortugas Mountain is a longstanding tradition and a true symbol of
NMSU. In the early years of the university, students from the departments of
agriculture and home economics as well as
engineering would routinely place an “A”
somewhere on campus as an April Fool’s
joke. In 1920, students stood on the tower
of Goddard Hall to survey and lay out a
giant letter “A” on Tortugas Mountain. Students formed a bucket brigade on April 1 to
carry whitewash up the mountain and paint
the “A.” Almost a century later, NMSU
students still maintain the enormous letter.
During the Greek event “A Day of Service,”
students help repaint the “A” to keep it as
bright as possible. The “A” is lit up during
special events.
Crimson & White
Crimson and white are the official colors
of NMSU. Crimson represents passion and
vigor, while white represents goodness and
purity.
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The Big Event
Keep State Great
An annual on-campus community service
celebration, Keep State Great takes place the
week before Homecoming each fall semester. Students, alumni, faculty and staff commit their time to beautifying the campus
with projects such as cleaning, painting and
picking up trash.
Noche de Luminarias
Crimson Fridays
Noche de Luminarias takes place the first
Sunday in December at the Corbett Center
Student Union. Members of the NMSU
community are invited to stroll around
Corbett Center and the surrounding area at
night by the glow of the 6,000 luminarias.
Other activities during this event include
horse-drawn trolley rides, caroling and other
music.
On Fridays before a sporting event, NMSU
students and staff wear crimson in support
of the Aggies.
“Tough Enough
to Wear Pink”
An annual spring community service project, The Big Event brings together students,
alumni, faculty and staff in an effort to say
thank you to the Las Cruces community for
their support of NMSU. Participants volunteer with non-profit organizations.
Halloween Howl
Sponsored by Campus Activities and various
student organizations, Halloween Howl is
an alternative activity to trick-or-treating
and a night of fun and games enjoyed by
faculty, staff and students.
In the fall, the NMSU Aggies “Tough
Enough to Wear Pink” campaign helps
raise money and awareness for breast cancer
research. NMSU sports teams support the
cause by wearing pink uniforms, and fans
are encouraged to wear pink as well.
DISCOVER
NEW OPPORTUNITIES
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Discover the
Aggie Spirit
Sports fans of all ages can enjoy high-energy excitement at any of
our sporting events. Show your Aggie Pride and wear Crimson
and White!
NMSU is a member of the NCAA Division I Western Athletic
Conference in 15 of its 17 varsity sports. NMSU football plays in
the Sun Belt Conference. Find out more: nmstatesports.com.
Men’s teams:
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Making History
In the 2014-2015 season, the first time in school history,
NMSU won the Western Athletic Conference Commissioner’s
Cup. The cup is awarded annually to the school that performs
the best in each of the WAC’s championships. The Aggies won
WAC Championships in men’s and women’s basketball, men’s
and women’s golf, men’s and women’s tennis and softball.
Men’s Basketball
Women’s teams:
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrian
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Indoor Track and Field
Outdoor Track and Field
Volleyball
Women’s
Basketball
Men’s Golf
Women’s
Golf
Aggie Cheer Sweeps National Competition
Men’s Tennis
Women’s
Tennis
The New Mexico State cheer team swept the 21st Annual USA
Collegiate Cheerleading and Dance Championships held at the
Anaheim Convention Center in Spring 2015. The Aggies took first
place in partner stunts, first place in Division I large coed competition and first in the mascot division.
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Softball
DISCOVER
YOUR SPIRIT
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Stay on
Point!
As you navigate through your academic journey,
stay on track with the checklist below.
o Apply for admission today
Apply online at apply.nmsu.edu.
o Send us your transcripts
Have your high school counselor or registrar send your official transcripts to University Admissions.
University Admissions
MSC 3A
P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003
o Submit your test scores
Send your official ACT or SAT test scores to University Admissions at NMSU. NMSU’s ACT code is 2638 and NMSU’s
SAT code is 4531.
o Create your myNMSU student account
Gain access to your NMSU email and the Scholar Dollar$ application by creating your myNMSU account. Go to
my.nmsu.edu.
o Apply for scholarships
One application for all of our scholarships – that’s all it takes! Fill out the Scholar Dollar$ application to put you in the
running for college scholarships. Go to scholarships.nmsu.edu.
o Complete your FAFSA
Find out what financial aid opportunities are available by filling out your FAFSA application! Complete the FAFSA at
fafsa.ed.gov.
o Apply for housing
Find out which housing options best fit your needs. Once you’re admitted, apply for housing at housing.nmsu.edu.
o Make a reservation for your orientation
Aggie Welcome and Orientation programs are designed to provide you with information on essential student services,
academic advisement and registration for classes. Visit awo.nmsu.edu for more information!
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Discover a
New Journey
Finding the right college fit is a process that can be
greatly enhanced by a campus visit. We encourage you
to come to New Mexico State University and experience
our vibrant and beautiful campus for yourself. Every
visit is unique and designed around your specific
academic interests.
Discover the possibilities at NMSU. Schedule your
campus visit today! Go to admissions.nmsu.edu/visit or
email [email protected].
A campus visit is the best
way for you to:
•
•
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Find out about admission and financial aid
Meet faculty and staff
Learn about our campus from current students
Tour residence halls, dining facilities and
recreational centers
Every day we have students and their families visit our
campus and have wonderful experiences while they are
here. We want you to share in that same experience.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Visit campus during Aggie Experience in the fall or spring
semesters. Find out more at aggie-experience.nmsu.edu.
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WHAT WILL YOU
DISCOVER
@NMSU?
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