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University of New Mexico-Valencia County Branch, also known as UNMVC, is a public university located in Los Lunas, New Mexico, United States. It was established in the year 1978. The campus spreads across an area of 150 acres. It is a campus university to the University of New Mexico, which was established in the year 1889. UNMVC offers majors in various fields of study.
UNMVC has an active student life and is home to several clubs and student organizations including Phi Theta Kappa and the Student Government and Student Association of Disabilities Awareness (SADA). The Student Government promotes student activities, and their relations with the faculty assists students with academic pursuits. UNMVC’s athletics department fields various men’s and women's sports teams. They compete in the Mountain West Conference. They are nicknamed the Lobos, and they participate in sports such as basketball and football.
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Campus Location280 La Entrada
Los Lunas, NM 87031-7633
USA
Main Tel: (505) 925-8500
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in education and teaching, science, office and administration, and engineering technician.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- High faculty salary.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 115 | 11 | | 1-2 year certificate | 14 | 8 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 1,713 in 2007-2008 (1,189 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,320 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,354 | | Books and supplies | $ 920 |
Financial Aid: UNM Valencia participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) ART STUDIES (1 awarded) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (17 awarded) - Business Administration and Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (4 awarded) - Computer and Information Sciences
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (32 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (10 awarded) - CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
LIBERAL ARTS (43 awarded) - General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (2 awarded) - Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (9 awarded) - General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
SCIENCE (8 awarded) SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (3 awarded) Selected Careers of Interest(Based on an automated mapping of degrees popular at UNM Valencia with government-defined occupation categories.) Click occupations below for career details, including job description, studies, degree requirements, how to evaluate schools, and more.
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