Graduation, Transition & Transfer

 

Graduation Procedures

If you are planning to complete your degree this semester, you must complete the official graduation process to ensure your credential is awarded.

Please follow the steps below:

  1. Make an appointment to meet with your Academic Success Coach to review your current degree plan and review your eligibility.
  2. Submit an Application for Graduation Form.
  3. Pass your classes and verify that you have no "Incompletes" or outstanding Non-Reported (NR) Grades.
  4. You will be contacted by EMSS if you are interested in participating in graduation.

Transitioning or Transferring to Continue Your Undergraduate Degree

If you are completing coursework at UNM-Valencia and are ready to continue your bachelor’s degree through another UNM campus or program, the transfer process is straightforward. Review the options below to take your next steps.

Transitioning to UNM-Albuquerque (Main Campus)

Students who plan to continue their degree at UNM’s Albuquerque campus will need to apply for admission through the main campus undergraduate application.

Steps to Transfer

  1. Complete the UNM Albuquerque Undergraduate Application
    To transition from UNM-Valencia to UNM-Albuquerque, students should submit the UNM-Albuquerque Undergraduate (UG) Application.
  2. Complete New Student Orientation
    Once admitted to UNM-Albuquerque, you will need to complete orientation through the New Student Orientation (NSO) program.
  3. Meet with Your UNM-Albuquerque Academic Advisor
    After you have been admitted and completed orientation, you should schedule a meeting with your UNM-Albuquerque Academic Advisor.
    Your advisor will help you:
    • Review how your Valencia credits apply toward your bachelor’s degree
    • Confirm your major and degree pathway
    • Plan your upcoming semester schedule
    • Connect with campus resources and support services

Transfer & Transition Support at UNM-Albuquerque

UNM-Albuquerque offers additional support for students transferring from branch campuses through the Transfer and Transition Center.

This office can assist with:

  • Transfer planning and advising
  • Connecting with campus resources
  • Supporting your transition to main campus life

Learn more here:
https://advisement.unm.edu/transfer/index.html

Transferring to another institution

Central New Mexico Community College
New Mexico Tech
New Mexico State University
Western New Mexico University
Eastern New Mexico University
Highlands University
Lewis College

Students transferring to Lewis College to complete the 3-1 Accelerated Criminal Justice program should schedule an appointment with their Academic Success Coach to review their course work.