First Generation

Nearly 50% of UNM students are first generation! First Generation students will be the first in their family to gain a baccalaureate degree from a college or university. If you are first generation, you might find yourself feeling lost and wondering how to navigate the university now that you're here. University College Advisement Center has compiled a list of helpful resources for you to help make your transition into college smooth. Remember: Your advisor is your resource! 

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FAQs

Choosing which to pursue can be challenging, especially if you're unsure of what sets them apart from one another. This link discusses the main types of bachelor’s degree programs.
100% Face-to Face: All course components are delivered in person and on campus. Small classes or seminars, art classes, studio work, labs, internships, clinics, other skills-based needs. See schedule for classroom location and times.

Hybrid: Courses meet in person at a scheduled time and also remotely at a scheduled time (instructors may organize successive in-person meetings with sub-groups of students). Some group meetings occur remotely via Zoom, Teams, or other platform. Classes or seminars, discussion-based, inquiry- or project- based classes, large classes for which scheduled class times can be used for active learning for smaller groups, other lab, studio, internship, or skills-based classes. See schedule for classroom location/times and remote scheduled times; log in to course on UNM Canvas (or platform designated by instructor) for remote meetings at specified times.

Online MAX: An online course consists of 100% online instruction. Online courses may require regularly scheduled online meeting times or be offered without any required meetings. Check the Schedule of Classes for any required online meeting times. Log in to course on UNM Canvas (and/or platform designated by instructor) for completion of course work.
Please see https://schedule.unm.edu/ for more info
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If anyone knows of any other opportunities we will be happy to add them to this list.  Please email vineyard@unm.edu with additions. 

Tutoring is available from different programs on campus, but most students can find tutoring for their classes through the Center for Teaching and Learning which houses the Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS).  Some colleges/schools also provide further assistance, such as:

If anyone knows of any other opportunities we will be happy to add them to this list.  Please email vineyard@unm.edu with additions. 

Academic Advisors are not scholarship or financial aid experts. Reach out to the proper departments for information about what aid you qualify for. Visit https://finaid.unm.edu or https://scholarship.unm.edu/ to learn more! 

  • Scholarships: This type of financial aid is merit-based and does not need to be repaid, free money for school! The UNM Scholarship Office has a list of Transfer, Resident and Non-resident Scholarships. You should also seek external scholarships on your own. The FAFSA is not required and most scholarships will have their own application and requirements.
  • Grants: Grants are a type of free aid, which is based on need and is not repaid!  Only undergraduate students are eligible for Grants. The FAFSA is your first step to apply; UNM will automatically consider you for any grants you may be eligible for based on your financial need.
  • Work Study: This type of assistance is where you have a part-time job usually on-campus and earn money through working. You receive a paycheck like any other job and use your wages to pay college and living expenses. The FAFSA is your first step to apply for Work Study.
  • Loans: This type of financial aid award must be repaid and accrues interest. Student loans are designed to help students pay for tuition, books and living expenses, and carry low interest rates. To apply you'll complete the FAFSA first. UNM has student loans and parent loans available.

 

Meeting Scholarship Requirements 

If you are on an academic scholarship or working toward obtaining the Legislative Lottery Scholarship, please make sure that you are aware of meeting the GPA and credit hour requirements.  To review the GPA and credit requirements for specific scholarships, please visit: 

 

If anyone knows of any other opportunities we will be happy to add them to this list.  Please email vineyard@unm.edu with additions. 

Absolutely! Please see LoboPerks for a full listing of opportunities. 
Please see this page for more information. 

 

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Need more help? Visit https://students.unm.edu/index.html or Student Info https://unm-student.custhelp.com/ for frequently asked questions like: 

  • How do I complete my financial aid file?
  • What is the Bursar Account Suite?
  • What are registration holds?
  • And more!