The University of New Mexico is ranked in the top 100 research universities in the United States and Canada.
UNM is the only university in New Mexico that is ranked a “Research University/Very High Research Activity” by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. This status confirms a university’s world-class research, academic excellence, an exceptional student body, and the highest levels of innovation, creativity and scholarship.
The combination of an urban location, proximity to national labs, and programs in medicine, law, and engineering truly sets UNM apart.
Founded in 1906, the University of New Mexico School of Engineering offers outstanding academic programs leading to a Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science Degree, and Doctorate Degree.
The SOE has five academic departments: Chemical and Nuclear Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Degrees are offered in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nanoscience and Microsystems, Nuclear Engineering, and Optical Science and Engineering.
Students interested in engineering or computer science initially enroll in UNM, then get on the fast-track to engineering or computer science in the pre-major program, where they receive academic advisement, scholarship information, tutoring, and mentoring from Engineering Student Services. Incoming freshmen can get a jump start on engineering, math or science by attending the 4-week residential Freshman Summer Bridge Program.
The UNM SOE embraces diversity in all its dimensions. Our multicultural environment enriches virtually every program. Students develop a breadth of concepts and thinking from this cultural diversity. Intellectually exciting problems almost always occur at the intersections of multiple fields. Interdisciplinary programs lead to new methods, new insight, and new knowledge. Another aspect of diversity is the artful combination of teaching, research,
service, and practice.
Current research at the UNM School of Engineering includes innovations in nanotechnology, biomedicine, environmental restoration and rehabilitation, national security, computer information technology, robotics and many more. The School's affiliated research centers enjoy international reputations and serve as catalysts for collaborate research with clients in the public and private sector.
The SOE participates in extensive cutting-edge research collaborations with universities worldwide, industry, and the national laboratories.
Research Funding, 2011
Prestigious National Science Foundation Awards and Centers
Intellectual property and start-ups developed by faculty and students contribute to the region’s economic development. The university’s innovative technology is licensed by STC.UNM, including School of Engineering research in optics, microfluidics, and high performance materials as well as diagnostics, medical devices, and drug discovery tools.
The School of Engineering is actively engaged with the community, including strategic partnering with the national labs, government and industry; and K-12 support through education, college preparation, outreach, and scholarships.
Mailing Address
UNM School of Engineering
Office of the Dean
Centennial Engineering Center, Suite 3071
MSC01 1140
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
The Dean's Office is located in Centennial Engineering Center, Building # 112 on the UNM Map, on Redondo Drive off of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue.
