Please note that all application fees are non-refundable. We strongly encourage applicants to carefully review all information and uploaded materials before submitting the application. Applications submitted in error, regardless of the reason, will require the submission of a new application and payment of a new application fee. Applications cannot be deferred from term to term.

If applicants have any questions or need clarification at any point in the process, we are glad to assist the applicant before the application submission.

Applicants seeking NEW Admission to WNMU:

A new student wishing to be admitted to a WNMU graduate program must complete a university application and any other necessary requirement(s) as directed by the Graduate Admissions and Outreach Programs Office.

To submit a university application, CLICK HERE 

• • • • • Under the “Graduate” section, SELECT the appropriate application type
        • New Applicants will SELECT the “Start Application” button
        • Applicants who already have an account created will SELECT the “Sign In” button

To submit transcripts for university admission:

• • • • • Electronic Transfer Transcripts should be sent to: 

gradadmissions@wnmu.edu

• • • • • Paper Transcripts should be sent to:

Graduate Admissions Office, WNMU

1000 W. College Avenue
P.O. Box 680

Silver City, NM 88062-0680

**NOTE: To ensure the delivery of your transcript, please include both the physical and PO Box in the address line on your enevelope**

Official Transcript Requirements:

• • • • • Provide official transcripts:
          1. ALL PRIOR Higher Learning Institutions/Colleges/Universities where the applicant has taken courses or obtained credit hours MUST BE LISTED on the initial application. This includes classes that were taken for recreation, dual enrollment, or for any other purpose.
          2. Official transcripts showing the award of a bachelor’s/master’s degree from an accredited college or university must be recognized by CHEA (Council of Higher Education Accreditation).
          3. If you have previously attended WNMU, you do not have to request a transcript from our university. The Graduate Admissions Office will obtain the transcript from the university Registrar at the time of admission.
          4. Official transcripts must come directly from the awarding institution. We cannot accept transcripts by fax or email from the student.
          5. We can accept official transcripts by mail from students directly, if the documents are in the ORIGINAL SEALED ENVELOPE from the institutions/colleges/universities that were attended.

Applicants seeking Re-Admission to WNMU:

A student wishing to be readmitted to a WNMU graduate program must complete a university application and any other necessary requirement(s) as directed by the Graduate Admissions and Outreach Programs Office. ***Note: A student is only eligible for re-admission if they have previously been admitted into the Graduate Division and have completed at least one course (with a W or grade).***

An M.S.W. student who wishes to be readmitted must complete the M.S.W. application through the university. Additional transcripts and updated supplemental application materials may be needed depending on the length of time away from the program. Timeliness of the application is important, as room for students who apply for readmission will be impacted by space in the M.S.W. program and the number of new applicants. Students wanting to apply for readmission should pay close attention to the deadlines of admission for each term. Any student who has attended other colleges or universities prior to application for readmission to WNMU must submit complete academic transcripts from those institutions to the Graduate Admissions as part of the application procedure.

To submit a university application for re-admission, CLICK HERE 

• • • • • Under the “Graduate” section, SELECT the appropriate application type
        • Re-Admit Applicants will SELECT the “Start Application” button
        • Applicants who already have an account created will SELECT the “Sign In” button

Applicants seeking NON-DEGREE Seeking-Admission to WNMU:

A non-degree graduate applicant is a student who is NOT seeking a degree by choice or is a student whose G.P.A. assessment is below the minimum 2.75 and who is required to enter the university with the status of NON-DEGREE until the student meets the standards of admission set by the Graduate Division.

Graduate students who enter or take courses as NON-DEGREE students are NOT ELIGIBLE to receive financial aid through WNMU. To be admitted as a NON-DEGREE graduate student, for reasons other than G.P.A., an applicant must complete the online application type “Non-Degree Graduate Application”.

To submit a university application, CLICK HERE 

• • • • • Under the “Graduate” section, SELECT the appropriate application type
        • Non-Degree Applicants will SELECT the “Start Application” button
        • Applicants who already have an account created will SELECT the “Sign In” button

REMINDER: All degree seeking applicants are required to apply through the university application process and be accepted as a “final” or “final-probation” admit, before the applicant can be considered for admission into their intended graduate level program. For more information see the “programmatic admissions requirement” section.

All applicants are required to apply to the program that they intend to pursue through a separate program admissions process.

To review specified program admissions processes:

• • CLICK HERE for College of Education Graduate Programs
  • CLICK HERE for Department of Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Programs
  • CLICK HERE for Department of Social Sciences and Cultural Studies Graduate Programs
  • CLICK HERE for School of Business Graduate Programs
  • CLICK HERE for School of Nursing Graduate Programs
  • CLICK HERE for School of Social Work Graduate Programs

The following master’s degrees, graduate certificates and graduate alternative licensures are offered through the College of Education. We encourage prospective applicants to connect with the department for personalized guidance in selecting the degree or major that best aligns with their academic background, professional goals, and interests. Our team is happy to collborate with this graduate program help all applicants explore their options and determine the program that is the right fit for their needs.

Email: CollegeOfEd@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6416

Link: XX

Master of Counseling

• • • Concentration[s] under the Master of Counseling Degree
      • Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
      • Concentration in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
      • Concentration in School Counseling
      • Concentration in Addiction Counseling

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Counseling Program
      • Rehabilitation Counseling

Master of Arts in Early Childhood – Trauma Informed Practices

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Educational Leadership Program
      • Educational Leadership

Master of Arts in Teaching

• • • Concentration[s] under the Master of Arts in Teaching Degree
      • Concentration in Elementary Education
      • Concentration in Reading Education
      • Concentration in Secondary Education
      • Concentration in Special Education
      • Concentration in Specialization

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Master of Arts in Teaching Program
      • Bilingual Education
      • Gifted
      • Instructional Design
      • Instructional Technology and Design
      • Teaching Online
      • Technology Coordinator
      • TESOL

• • • Alternative Licensure[s] under/embedded in the Master of Arts in Teaching Program 
      • Early Childhood Education
      • Elementary Education
      • Secondary Education
      • Specialization

The following master’s degrees and graduate certificates are offered through the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies. We encourage prospective applicants to connect with the department for personalized guidance in selecting the degree or major that best aligns with their academic background, professional goals, and interests. Our team is happy to collborate with this graduate program help all applicants explore their options and determine the program that is the right fit for their needs.

Email: interdisciplinary@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6650

Link: XX

Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

• • • Concentration[s] under the Master of Interdisciplinary Studies Degree
      • Concentration in Biology
      • Concentration in Bilingual Education
      • Concentration in Border Security
      • Concentration in Criminal Justice
      • Concentration in Digital Forensics
      • Concentration in Early Education
      • Concentration in Elementary Education
      • Concentration in English
      • Concentration in Geographical Information Systems
      • Concentration in History
      • Concentration in Instructional Technology and Design
      • Concentration in Kinesiology
      • Concentration in Latin American and Latinx and Ethic Studies
      • Concentration in Management Information Systems
      • Concentration in Mathematics
      • Concentration in Philosophy
      • Concentration in Political Science
      • Concentration in Psychology
      • Concentration in Reading Education
      • Concentration in Secondary Education
      • Concentration in Sociology
      • Concentration in Spanish
      • Concentration in Special Education
      • Concentration in Writing

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Interdisciplinary Studies Program
      • Biology
      • Border Security
      • Criminal Justice
      • Digital Forensics
      • English
      • Geographical Information Systems
      • Kinesiology
      • Latin American and Latinx and Ethic Studies
      • Mathematics
      • Philosophy
      • Political Science
      • Psychology
      • Sociology
      • Writing

The following master’s degrees and graduate certificates are offered through the Department of Social Sciences and Cultural Studies. We encourage prospective applicants to connect with the department for personalized guidance in selecting the degree or major that best aligns with their academic background, professional goals, and interests. Our team is happy to collborate with this graduate program help all applicants explore their options and determine the program that is the right fit for their needs.

Email: XX@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6823

Link: XX

Master of Arts in History

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Interdisciplinary Studies Program
      • History

The following master’s degrees and graduate certificates are offered through the School of Business. We encourage prospective applicants to connect with the department for personalized guidance in selecting the degree or major that best aligns with their academic background, professional goals, and interests. Our team is happy to collborate with this graduate program help all applicants explore their options and determine the program that is the right fit for their needs.

Email: mba@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6321

Link: XX

Master of Business Administration

• • • Concentration[s] under the Master of Business Degree
      • Concentration in Marketing
      • Concentration in Healthcare Administration
      • Concentration in International Business
      • Concentration in Management Information Systems
      • Concentration in Instructional Technology and Design

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Master of Business Program
      • Management Information Systems
      • Marketing

The following master’s degrees and graduate certificates are offered through the School of Nursing. We encourage prospective applicants to connect with the department for personalized guidance in selecting the degree or major that best aligns with their academic background, professional goals, and interests. Our team is happy to collborate with this graduate program help all applicants explore their options and determine the program that is the right fit for their needs.

Email: XXX@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6960

Link: XX

Master of Science in Nursing

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Master of Science in Nursing Program 
      • Family Nurse Practitioner

The following master’s degrees and graduate certificates are offered through the School of Social Work. We encourage prospective applicants to connect with the department for personalized guidance in selecting the degree or major that best aligns with their academic background, professional goals, and interests. Our team is happy to collborate with this graduate program help all applicants explore their options and determine the program that is the right fit for their needs.

Email: msw@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6657

Link: XX

Master of Social Work

• • • Tracks[s] under the Master of Social Work Degree
      • Advanced Standing [with previous BSW]
      • Non-Advanced Standing [without previous BSW]

• • • Graduate Certificate[s] under the Master of Social Work Program
      • Ecotherapy
      • Rural Community Social Work Services
      • School Social Work
      • Social Work Services to Military Families

Education Requirements for Professional Licensure at WNMU

CANVAS assistance

Email: online@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6085

What is CANVAS?

CANVAS is our university’s Learning Management System (LMS). This is where students can view their classes for current and past semesters.

Canvas offers 24/7 user support at 888-332-6994 to assist with technical questions, access issues, and course-related tools. In addition, our Online Learning team is an excellent resource for guidance and personalized support with Canvas features, navigation, and troubleshooting.

General Issues with Technology or Mustang Express Assistance

Email: helpdesk@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-574-4357

The WNMU Help Desk team is available to support students, faculty, and staff with a wide range of general technology issues, including login problems, account access, software troubleshooting, and basic hardware concerns. They can also provide assistance with Mustang Express, such as navigation questions, registration issues, and account-related concerns.

What is Mustang Express?

Mustang Express is our university’s student portal system. This system is use to commutate all university related information to the student. Every student has an account. WNMU Email, Registration, grades, unofficial transcripts, drops, adds, etc. can be viewed through this resource on the student’s end. Mustang Express links to CANVAS.

Issues with Desktop Conferencing/Video Communications

Email:

Phone: 575-538-6061 *option1 for Tech Support

For issues related to desktop conferencing and video communications, support is available to help with connection problems, audio and video troubleshooting, meeting access, and software setup. Assistance is also provided for platform navigation, configuration settings, and resolving technical difficulties to ensure a smooth virtual meeting experience.

Advising Graduate Students at WNMU

Email: advising@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6393

Link: XX

At the graduate level at WNMU, students must work closely with both their program advisor and their Faculty Mentor. The Advising Center team supports graduate students with course registration, degree documentation, and the transfer credit process. Visit their webpage to schedule or cancel your appointment.

Financial Aid at WNMU

Scholarship Opportunities

Email: turnerg@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6691

Link: XX

WNMU offers scholarship opportunities through our university Foundation Office. Specific deadlines apply for foundation scholarship applications. For more information, please reach out to our Scholarship and Fund Account Manager.

CLICK HERE to review tuition and fees for WNMU.

Registrar Office at WNMU

Email: registrar@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6118

Link: XX

The Registrar Office oversees the course schedule, registration processes, student records, degree audits, graduation, and transcripts. The Registrar Office can assist you if you have questions about registration or your university records. Our office may also be able to answer your questions; both offices are here to serve you.

Add/Drop/Withdraw Definitions:

Adding a course:

• • • • • • • Add periods typically happen within the first days/week of classes. This period allows student to make changes to their schedule. Refer to the academic calendar or enrollment dates schedule for specific dates, as the add period is determined by each course’s unique start date.

Dropping a course: 

• • • • • • • Drop periods happen within the first days/week of classes. Refer to the academic calendar or enrollment dates schedule for specific dates. “Dropping” a course means it is removed from the student’s record and the student is not charged tuition/fees for those hours. The course will not appear on the transcript.

Withdrawing from a course:

• • • • • • • Students who intend to “withdraw” from a class must do so by a specific time within the semester. These dates vary depending on the individual class. Refer to the academic calendar and enrollment dates for specific dates. “Withdrawing” from a course means a grade of “W” will be recorded on the student’s transcript and the student is  responsible for all charges associated with the course. If a student wants to withdraw from all credits for a term, a “Complete Withdraw Form” must be requested through the student’s Mustang Express account. **Note: If a student withdraws from all classes in a semester, a new application to the university and application fee are required before the student can register in any future term [unless the student is already registered for the subsequent term prior to the withdrawal submission]**

• • • CLICK HERE to view the Academic Calendar
    • CLICK HERE to view enrollment dates for all courses

The WNMU catalog can be used as a guide to review all processes at WNMU. We strongly encourage applicants to read the sections of the catalog that belong to the Graduate Division to ensure success with throughout their academic career.

CLICK HERE to view the current or past versions of the WNMU catalog.

Textbook Information

Email: 0341mgr@follett.com

Phone: 575-538-6381

There is no need to purchase any required course materials as they are already included in the course charges as a Follett Access fee of $25 per credit hour and will be available to the student by the first day of class.

Physical Course Materials:

Students will receive an email from Follett confirming their materials are ready for pickup before the first day of class. Upon receipt of the email, simply bring a campus ID to the online order pickup area at the campus store to pick up course materials. **Note: If students drop or opt-out of the course on, or prior to, the last day of the DROP/ADD period for the term, the student must return the textbook to the campus store.**

If students would like to have their physical course materials shipped, CLICK HERE and add “Shipping and Handling ONLY” to the “bag” option, then checkout. A bookstore team member will ship the physical books to the preferred address entered in this section.

Digital Course Materials:

Students receiving digital course materials through the WNMU ACCESS program will have them
automatically available in CANVAS once the course officially begins.

Opt-Out:

WNMU allows students to opt-out of the WNMU ACCESS program and shoulder the responsibility and the cost of securing books on their own. Create an account in the Opt-Out Portal by clicking here. Follett will email you when the Opt-Out Portal opens, approximately two weeks prior to the first day of classes. You can then log in to your Opt-Out Portal account and follow the process to opt out of the program. This must be done on a semester-by-semester basis and applies to ALL courses. You can opt back into the WNMU ACCESS Program up until two weeks after the first day of classes. Last day to opt out of or back into the program varys based on the semester start date. Please check with the bookstore to confirm last date of opt-out.

Career Services at WNMU

Email: careerservices@wnmu.edu

Phone: 575-538-6400

Link: XX

WNMU offers career services for career exploration guidance, assistance with resumes, cover letters, aid in identifying, applying, obtaining internship, and employment opportunities. Reach out to the Career Services team for more information, to explore career resources and templates, or schedule an appointment.  

International Graduate Students

The general policies of the University, as outlined in the catalog, apply to international students as well as students who are United States citizens. Certain policies necessitated by federal laws are applicable only to international students. An international student is any individual attending WNMU who holds or who is seeking an F-1 or J-1 non-immigrant visa through WNMU. Legally admitted immigrants and refugees are not considered international students. All students at the graduate level are required to adhere to both university admission and programmatic admission requirements. Please note that programmatic admission acceptance cannot be determined until the student is accepted as a final admit through the university and Graduate Division.

Any international student pursuing a graduate degree from WNMU, who resides in their original country or origin, not requesting an F-1 visa through WNMU is welcome to pursue any graduate program through WNMU online/distance. University Admission requirements are different for this process. Please contact Graduate Admissions and Outreach Programs for more detailed information

International graduate students applying for an F-1 visa through WNMU may choose from the following three programs:

• • • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
    • Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Kinesiology or Sociology
    • Master of Arts in Secondary Education
    • Requests for other graduate programs offered at WNMU will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility

Graduate Program Admissions Requirements:

Programmatic Admissions Requirement vary from graduate program to graduate program. Programs can be contacted directly for more detailed information regarding admissions for each individual program. Specific Graduate Program deadlines may impact university deadline application processes. Consult with the program directly to understand specific program application deadlines.

Required Materials for University Graduate Admission Applications:

• • • NACES approved evaluation sent directly from NACES evaluator (Translations and evaluations submitted without the criteria listed below will not be considered for credit transfer.)
    • Must show equivalency of a US bachelor’s degree or higher an
    • Must contain a course-by-course evaluation in semester credits
    • Must show overall GPA
    • Must show course descriptions
    • Must show identification of class levels (upper, lower, professional, vocational)
    • English Proficiency Requirement
    • Financial Statement
    • Proof of Insurance
    • Copy of Passport
    • Copy of Visa
    • WNMU F-1 Student Responsibility Acknowledgement
    • TOEFL/English Proficiency Requirement:
      • WNMU requires that graduate international students establish English proficiency by one of these means:
        • A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of either 550 or higher on the PBT (paper-based) version of the test, or 79 or higher on the iBT (internet) version of the test; or
        • A score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System); or
        • A Duolingo score of 100 or higher

English Proficiency Scores: Scores may be waived for any student who can show proof of a bachelor’s degree from an English-language educational institution. Further, an international student from an English-speaking country who elected to receive a bachelor’s degree from a foreign-language institution may petition for an exemption from the proficiency requirement. These situations are reviewed by Graduate Admissions and Outreach programs on a case-by-case basis and request.

Admissions Requirements for Graduate Programs:

Programmatic Admissions Requirement vary from graduate program to graduate program. Programs can be contacted directly for more detailed information regarding admissions for each individual program. Specific Graduate Program deadlines may impact university deadline application processes. Consult with the program directly to understand specific program application deadlines.

International Packet

WNMU’s International Student Packet can be accessed by clicking the download link above. You can flip through for easy reference and also download it to print the directions and documents that are required as part of the admissions process to receive your I-20.

Health Insurance Requirements for International Students

All international students enrolled at Western New Mexico University (WNMU) are required to maintain comprehensive health insurance coverage for the duration of their enrollment in the United States. Maintaining active health insurance is a condition of enrollment. Students who fail to carry adequate coverage are considered in violation of university policy and assume full financial responsibility for any medical expenses incurred.

Students may obtain health insurance through a provider of their choice, provided the policy meets or exceeds WNMU’s established minimum coverage requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure continuous coverage throughout their stay in the United States.

Students who elect to purchase independent coverage must submit official proof of insurance to the Graduate Admissions and Outreach Programs Office by the applicable deadline:

• • • July 1 for Fall semester enrollment
    • December 1 for Spring semester enrollment

If acceptable proof of coverage is NOT received by the stated deadline, WNMU will enroll the student in a university-selected health insurance plan and charge the cost to the student’s university account. Coverage arranged by WNMU will extend through the full academic year associated with the student’s term of entry (e.g., beginning August 1 for Fall enrollment).

Students who submit proof of alternative coverage after the deadline remain financially responsible for any charges associated with the university-purchased plan. Adjustments, if any, will be subject to the terms and proration policies of the insurance provider.

Minimum Insurance Coverage Requirements

All health insurance policies—whether obtained independently or through WNMU’s designated carrier—must include, at minimum:

• • • $100,000 per person per accident or illness
    • $25,000 coverage for repatriation of remains
    • $50,000 coverage for medical evacuation

Students who choose to secure their own insurance coverage will be provided with informational resources to assist in identifying plans that meet these requirements. WNMU does not endorse or recommend any specific insurance provider.

• • • CLICK HERE to review American Visitor Insurance
    • CLICK HERE to review Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions Insurance
    • CLICK HERE to review International Student Insurance Company
    • CLICK HERE to review International Student Insurance-ISO
    • CLICK HERE to review Seven Corners Travel Insurance
    • CLICK HERE to review World Trips Insurance

University Admission Application Requirements:

• • • APPLICATIONS for admission to the university deadlines:
      • Fall semesters must be received by June 1st
      • Spring semesters by October 1st

All REQUIRED  DOCUMENTS/SUPPORTING MATERIALS for University Admission Application deadlines:

• • • Fall semesters must be received by July 1st
    • Spring semesters must be received by November 1st

**Materials not received by the deadlines noted above may not be processed nor guaranteed for issuance of I-20’s for that semester. If time does not permit processing for the requested semester, applicants will need to submit a new university application and needed required documents/materials for the semester new semester they would like to start in.**

All NACES evaluations should sent directly from the NACES evaluator to the Graduate Admissions and Outreach Programs Office. NACES evaluations must show equivalency of a US bachelor’s degree or higher degree, contain a course-by-course evaluation in semester credits, overall GPA, course descriptions and show identification of class levels (upper, lower, professional, vocational). Translations and evaluations submitted without the criteria listed  will not be considered for credit transfer.

For the link to National Association of Credential Evaluation Services – NACES CLICK HERE

• • • CLICK on the “Membership” tab
    • SELECT the “Members” option
    • VIEW the “Current Members” list to select the appropriate option

NACES evaluations can be sent by electronic transfer or paper copy through mail. If sent by paper through mail, both the physical and mailing addresses must be included for the transcript to get to WNMU. You can send all official NACES evaluations by:

• • • Electronic transfer to:
      • gradadmissions@wnmu.edu

• • • Paper Copies to [please include both phyical and PO Box address]:

Graduate Admissions Office WNMU

1000 W. College Avenue

P.O. Box 680

Silver City, NM 88062-0680

Recommended NACES Evaluators:

• • • CLICK HERE for Educational Perspective: NACES Member since April 2003
    • CLICK HERE for The Evaluation Company (formerly SpanTran): NACES Member since April 1996
    • CLICK HERE for International Academic Credential Evaluators: NACES Member since May 2006

Master’s Degree

1. 1. Incorporates and elucidates major theories, research methods, and approaches to inquiry in the field of study, applying major methodologies and practices to projects, papers, exhibits, or performances. Demonstrates measurable analytical and critical ability over numerous assignments of various kinds in one or more disciplines.
   2. Disaggregates, reformulates and adapts principal ideas, techniques or methods at the forefront of the field of study in carrying out an essay or project.
   3. Applies, analyzes, and evaluates the perspective of different points in time, different cultures, language, political order, or technological context within a core issue in the field of study and presents a reasoned analysis of the issue, either orally or in writing that demonstrates consideration of competing views.
   4. Distinguishes human activities and judgments particularly subject to ethical reasoning from those less subject to ethical reasoning.
   5. Uses logical, mathematical or statistical methods appropriate to addressing a topic or issue in the field of study.
   6. Demonstrates effective communication by creating coherent arguments and explanations of original individual and/or collaborative work and presenting them error-free to general and specialized audiences.

Alternative Licensure/Graduate Certificates

1. 1. Analyzes multiple aspects of assigned material, drawing on current research, theory, and techniques in the field of study. Demonstrates measurable analytical and critical ability over numerous assignments of various kinds.
   2. Demonstrates effective communication by developing sustained, coherent arguments or narratives through error-free written and oral media to general and specialized audiences.Source: Lumina Foundation, The Degree Qualifications Profile downloaded from: https://www.luminafoundation.org/files/resources/dqp.pdf.