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Beginning Freshmen

Learn how a degree from New Mexico's premier community college will open doors in your future.

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If you have questions about getting started at ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº, call (505) 224-3000 or visit theÌýContact ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº page.

Tuition and Payments

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Did you know you have a ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Navigator ready to help you from application to registration and beyond? They’ll send you a text and email after you’ve applied.

Other Student Types

Learn how to register for ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº if you are the following type of student:

Considering which college to attend as a first-time student is stressful. There are endless choices of where to go and what to study.ÌýIt's hard to know if the effort involved will pay off.

Why ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº?

AÌýcommunity college offersÌýthe same quality courses you’ll find at a four-year institution for a fraction of the cost. When you graduate with a degree or certificate, the credits you've earned can transfer to other universities.Ìý

You canÌýtake courses at your own paceÌýand figure out what works for you. You can graduate with an Associate's degree or a certificate that will help you whether you pursue further education or not.

ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº has been a staple New Mexico institution since the 1960s and we pride ourselves in our degreeÌýand certificate offerings,Ìýthe diversity of our students, andÌýour friendly collegeÌýenvironment.

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How to Become a Freshman at ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº

Applying to ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº is an easy process and you have nothing to lose. Let’s lead you through the early stages of what being a new freshman involves.

  1. Apply to ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº: Fill out an . At the end of the application, take a picture or screen grab of your student ID and username. You’ll need them for the rest of your time at ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº. If you have questions about the application process, contact us.
  2. Set Up Your myÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Account:ÌýYou will set up yourÌýÌýaccount usingÌýyour ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº email address after you set up your password. Your email address is your ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº usernameÌýfollowed by '@cnm.edu'. InÌýmyÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº you’ll get email, important college news, and much more.
  3. Apply for Financial Aid: Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)Ìýto apply for financial aid.ÌýThere are many scholarships available to help pay for classes.ÌýView all scholarship opportunitiesÌýand complete the quick ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº scholarship application. Financial Aid & Scholarship ServicesÌýcan help you apply for financial aid and scholarships.
  4. Meet with an Academic Advisor: Meet with an advisor in person, by email, through online chat, or over the phone to pick a program of study and create your academic plan. Advisors can discuss placement options.Ìý
  5. Register for Classes:ÌýCheck the class offerings for the upcoming term in theÌýschedule of classes. When you're ready, . View theÌýRegister for Classes tutorial.ÌýIf you haven't decided on a degree, browse ourÌýprograms of study.
  6. New Student Orientation:ÌýComplete your New Student Orientation. The orientation will get you started on your college career and help you understand what to expect as a new student.