University of New Mexico-Main Campus
About
The University of New Mexico-Main Campus (UNM) in Albuquerque is a premier R1 research institution distinguished as one of the nation's few flagship universities that is also a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. Academically, UNM is highly regarded for its top-tier programs in the health sciences—particularly family medicine, nursing, and rural health—as well as robust offerings in engineering and the fine arts. The student experience is shaped by a diverse, culturally rich campus community united by "Lobo" pride, where students enjoy stunning Pueblo Revival-style architecture and immediate access to outdoor recreation in the nearby Sandia Mountains.
Wikipedia:The University of New Mexico is a public research university in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. Founded in 1889 by the New Mexico Territorial Legislature, it is the state's second oldest university, a flagship university in the state, and the largest by enrollment, with 22,630 students in 2023.
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Essay Requirements
University of New Mexico-Main Campus accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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