New Student Orientation
Welcome students!
UNM-Valencia Campus is all about Student Success! New Student Orientation (NSO) provides new students with valuable information and resources to succeed!
Mandatory In-Person Orientation
To support the transition of new students to college life at UNM-Valencia, the Enrollment Management & Student Success team is excited to offer orientation sessions.
Fall 2025 Sessions
Saturday, April 26, 2025 – Note: This session will focus more on our adult/returning students who haven’t previously attended NSO.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Saturday, July 26, 2025
How do I register for a New Student Orientation In-Person Session?
There are a few steps you need to take before registering for NSO. Please see the New Student First Steps Checklist to get started. You’ll register for NSO with your Academic Success Coach, click here or call 505.925.8560 to schedule an appointment.
Why must I attend New Student Orientation?
Attending an in-person orientation allows students the opportunity to build connections, which is a crucial part of the college experience and ensuring first-semester success. The more acquainted you become with your academic success team that is compiled of professors, academic success coaches, financial aid, and other student services, the easier it will be for them to assist you in achieving your goals.
The best part of the in-person NSO is that most of the event is run by current UNM-Valencia students. Throughout orientation, students are given the opportunity to ask orientation leaders questions and get their perspectives on UNM-Valencia. Students also get the chance to take part in a campus tour, have lunch, and learn how to make the most of your college experience.
Attending New Student Orientation is mandatory. You will be required to attend a session to remove your Orientation hold on your student account.
If you have questions about attending an in-person orientation session, please contact the Enrollment Management & Student Success department at 505.925.8560.
