Our Commitment to Our Students

At the UNM Honors College, we believe college should challenge you to think bigger, explore what interests you, and discover where your ideas can take you. We're committed to giving you the opportunities, support and community to make the most of your college experience, no matter what you study or where you want to go next. We want Honors students to have opportunities to: 

Think across boundaries. 
Connect ideas across different subjects, explore complex questions, and see the world from new perspectives. 

Learn beyond the classroom. 
Dive into topics that interest you, explore different fields of study, and build knowledge that prepares you for what's next. 

Create something of your own. 
Conduct research, explore your ideas, and produce original work that brings different ways of thinking together. 

Learn from different perspectives. 
Build the skills and curiosity to understand people, cultures, and experiences different from your own. 

Make an impact. 
Use what you learn to contribute to your community and engage with the world around you. 

Find your people. 
Join a community of curious, motivated, and creative students who will challenge you, support you, and grow alongside you. 

For generations, the UNM Honors College has challenged students to think deeply, explore boldly, and make their own path. What began as a commitment to exceptional undergraduate education has grown into a vibrant 70-year community of curious, creative, and ambitious students from across New Mexico and beyond. 

Our history is part of what makes Honors what it is today. See the full history of the Honors College.