New Mexico Highlands University

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Highlands students come from
42 states, 19 tribes, and
35 countries!

New Mexico Highlands University

#1 in career outcomes

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  Online orientation
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How to Pay for College
- How much does it cost to attend Highlands?
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  How do I get help with tuition?
  How do I pay my bill?
- Highlands is affordable, with scholarships and grants to help. Here’s how to pay for it.
  
  Highlands Foundation Scholarships Office of Financial Aid
What's College Life Like?
- Living and dining on campus
  What can I do on campus?
  Resources for Current Students
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- It’s not all about the books. Have some fun, too.
  
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What if I need help?
- Emergency Support
  - Campus Police Phone 505-454-3278
  - Crisis Center: Call or text 505-429-4505 or 505-795-3665
  Expanded Crisis Assistance
  - Expanded list of emergency contacts
  Help with college life
  Help with my classes
  Career Help
  Accessibility Services
  - Need help? We're here for you.
  - Application for accessibility accommodations
- How to find help when you need it:
  
  Crisis Center Health Center

Highlands Happenings

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Fall Recess November 25—28

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Academic Calendar

FULL TERM: JAN 15 – MAY 8, 2020

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Online orientation ONGOING
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Aug

Fall Semester 2020
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Nov

Academic Calendar Spring Semester 2021
25
Nov

Fall Recess November 25—28

2020/2021 Academic Calendars

INFORMATION FOR UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS

Highlands University: Take your place in the future.

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NMHU helps you succeed in college and after graduation.
Your goals are ours.

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Let’s take your passion and accelerate it into a career!

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NMHU keeps education attainable for any family.

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to undergraduate students for the 2018 – 2019 award year.

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MEET Reynaldo Maestas, HU alum guiding NMHU students to great things!

Las Vegas, NM

HU alumnus Reynaldo Maestas sticks with Highlands as our new Career Services director!

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Campus News

Native American Virtual Art Exhibition in Ray Drew Gallery

November 24, 2020

Native American Virtual Art Exhibition in Ray Drew Gallery

November 24, 2020 Las Vegas, N.M. – New Mexico Highlands University presents the Native American Heritage virtual art exhibition in the university’s Ray Drew Gallery. The seven-minute video of the art exhibition can…

Lewis Borck Has Special Issue Devoted to His Archaeology Research

November 23, 2020

Lewis Borck Has Special Issue Devoted to His Archaeology Research

November 23, 2020 Las Vegas, N.M. – New Mexico Highlands University anthropology professor Lewis Borck had a special issue of Critical Archaeology Forum in 2020 devoted to his archaeology research that explores how Indigenous history is often erased when…

Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness Expands Services

November 18, 2020

Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness Expands Services

November 18, 2020 Las Vegas, N.M. – The Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness at Highlands is expanding its services to students and alumni of the university to better prepare them to succeed in the job market. “We…

Social Work Programs Reaccredited for Eight Years

November 17, 2020

Social Work Programs Reaccredited for Eight Years

November 17, 2020 Las Vegas, N.M. – The Council on Social Work Education reaccredited the New Mexico Highlands University Facundo Valdez School of Social work for eight years through 2028. The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredits social…

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- NM Highlands University anthropology professor Lewis Borck had a special issue of Critical Archaeology Forum devoted to his archaeology research that explores how Indigenous history is often erased when creating world heritage sites. #nmhu #nmhuarchaeology t.co/CQxUT6IYcS t.co/FOOWB5Cqad
- The Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness at Highlands is expanding its services to students and alumni of the university to better prepare them to succeed in the job market. #nmhu #nmhuexpandsservicesforjobmarket t.co/ONNtYKdjMp t.co/WNHIsSfQC0

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November Talks Scheduled for Indigenous People’s

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We look forward to hosting you on our main campus in Las Vegas, NM! We have many tour options available to help you create the visit that best suits your needs.

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How to get started if you are a ...

Quick answers to applications questions

Accessibility

How much does it cost?

Classes and admissions

Online orientation

How much does it cost to attend Highlands?

How do I get help with tuition?

How do I pay my bill?

Living and dining on campus

What can I do on campus?

Resources for Current Students

Emergency Support

Want to see for yourself?

Emergency Support

Expanded Crisis Assistance

Help with college life

Help with my classes

Career Help

Accessibility Services

in CAREER OUTCOMES

in SOCIAL MOBILITY

in STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY

in SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS AWARDED

STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO

MEET Reynaldo Maestas, HU alum guiding NMHU students to great things!

Campus News

Native American Virtual Art Exhibition in Ray Drew Gallery

Lewis Borck Has Special Issue Devoted to His Archaeology Research

Center for Professional Development and Career Readiness Expands Services

Social Work Programs Reaccredited for Eight Years

@NMHighlands

Visit Us

Take a Virtual Campus Tour

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OUTCOMES

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MOBILITY

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ACCESSIBILITY

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