Admission
Applications are accepted from students in any college within the University of New Mexico. Students transferring to the University of New Mexico who have met the admission requirements may be admitted directly to the B.U.S. Program by UNM’s Office of Admissions (505) 277-2446.
Minimum requirements for admission to the B.U.S. are:
- Twenty-six or more hours of earned credit applicable to this program.
- A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.
- Demonstrated competence in the writing of English as evidenced by one of the following:
- Completion of English 101 and 102 with a grade of C (2.00) or higher in both.
- A score of 29 or better on the English portion of the Enhanced ACT.
- A score of 650 or better on the verbal portion of the SAT.
- Successful completion of a Writing Proficiency Portfolio.
- Credit for English 102 through CEEB advanced placement program.
- An approved Plan of Study developed with a University Studies Advisor.
- Statement of Purpose (250 word minimum).
- Qualified Signature.
University Studies admission requirements must be completed and submitted by the third week of the semester. B.U.S. residency will begin the semester of admission.
