IFDM: HOW TO APPLY
Please Note: The application to become an IFDM pre-major has been reopened through May 31, 2009.
The IFDM Program requires a three-tier admissions process.
1. Apply to the University of New Mexico
Whether you are an incoming freshman or, a student transferring from another institution, all prospective IFDM students must first be admitted to the University of New Mexico.
Prospective students can learn about UNM’s academic admission requirements, tuition rates, financial aid options, and apply online by visiting www.unm.edu/preview. This site provides links to the various colleges within the university, and contains contact information for general UNM admissions questions.
2. Apply to IFDM as a Pre-Major
In order to be accepted as a pre-major student in the IFDM program, students have to apply in early spring. If accepted, the student will become part of a cohort that will begin in the fall immediately following admission. Each group will continue through the program together. Keep in mind that this is a separate application from the general UNM Admissions application. Separate deadlines apply.
This portion of the application process is designed to allow the students to demonstrate their ability to perform to a high artistic and academic standard. Applicants will be asked to submit a written essay and samples of creative work. At this time, the screening committee will review ACT and SAT scores, and review transcripts.
3. Apply for Admission to UNM IFDM Host College/School
The final stage of the IFDM application process is to apply to the individual college or school that houses the IFDM degree in which you are interested. This should occur between the student’s sophomore and junior years, depending on the College/School within UNM from which the student is pursuing the IFDM degree.
The four colleges offering degrees with IFDM concentrations are the College or Fine Arts, the School of Engineering (Computer Science and Computer Engineering), College of Arts and Sciences and the Anderson Schools of Management. Each college or school has its own application requirements and process. Click here for a list of advisors that will help the students through the application process for each college or school.
Application deadlines
Applications are now being accepted for fall 2009 IFDM pre-majors. The application to become an IFDM pre-major has been reopened through May 31, 2009.
