NEW ANNOUNCEMENT!

• Please make sure that your students know about this important new change to their pickup procedures: All textbooks/codes, etc. must be picked up at the CNM bookstore by Oct 31, 2023 (applies to all CNM classes). After that date, students will not be able to receive their fall term complimentary, required materials. Please make sure dual credit students plan ahead!
  
  

• Students should fill out our online form before they go to the CNM Bookstore to find out the status of their textbooks: Where Is My Textbook?
  
  

• Our website - Please refer students/parents to our website if they have questions about dual credit textbooks. The website has all of the current information and updates as well as the textbook procedures PDF (see attached).
  
  

• Dual credit students may begin picking up their required textbooks at the CNM Main Campus Bookstore on Monday, August 14th, 2023..CLICK HERE for bookstore hours. Students must bring their CNM ID to pick up textbooks and should have a copy or access to their CNM fall class schedule. Students may get a CNM ID card at CNM Main Campus Student Services Center – SSC 111 on a walk-in basis. They are open Mon – Fri from 8a – 5p.

Dual Credit Programs

Dual Credit programs were established to provide high school students with the opportunity to take college-level or Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses offered by post-secondary institutions. By enrolling in these programs, students can earn credits that count towards both their high school diploma and college degree upon successfully completing the course. This initiative has demonstrated positive results in terms of high school graduation rates and college enrollment nationwide. APS students who meet the eligibility criteria can access dual credit courses offered by CNM, UNM, and IAIA. Furthermore, certain high schools also offer dual credit courses through CNM, which are taught by certified instructors from the institution.

Who is eligible?

APS collaborates with CNM, UNM, and IAIA to provide dual credit courses to eligible students. This partnership adheres to to APS policies and procedures related to dual credit. It's important to note that these three institutions are the only ones offering dual credit courses in conjunction with APS. To qualify for a CNM or UNM dual credit class, students must meet the following criteria: 

1) Currently be enrolled in an APS high school, school of choice, or approved charter school, with at least a half-time course load. 

2) Have successfully completed at least the freshman level (for CNM) or sophomore level (for UNM). (Please note that students who are currently in reclassified status are not eligible for dual credit). 

3) Agree to comply with the enrollment guidelines set by CNM or UNM. 

4) Complete and submit the required paperwork. 

5) Understand the distinction between approved and unapproved courses. 

If you have any questions or concerns about APS' Dual Credit policies, please visit the APS website and search for "Dual Credit".

Exceptions for Tuition, Fee, and Textbook Coverage

In the dual credit program, the cost of tuition and textbooks is typically covered when the course is considered approved by APS, the high school, and CNM. However, if a course is not approved, students and their families are responsible for covering the expenses associated with that course, including tuition, fees, uniforms, textbooks, and any other required costs. Additionally, students and families are responsible for any fees, uniforms, materials, or other costs that may be required for the dual credit courses. For specific details and information, it is advisable to consult with the dual credit recruiters at CNM or UNM. They will be able to provide more detailed information regarding the program and its associated costs.

Dual Credit Reminders

CNM Dual Credit Program

Questions

Email dualcredit@cnm.edu or call us at (505) 224-3352.

Basic Requirements

The Dual Credit Program requires you to:

• Be enrolled at least half time as a high school student at a public, private, or charter high school. Visit our list of Dual Credit Participating High Schools. 

• Have proof of current high school or home school enrollment.

• Have not received a high school diploma or high school equivalency (GED or HiSET).

• Take college-level courses numbered 1000 or higher. Fitness courses are excluded from the Dual Credit Program.

• Meet course prerequisites by submitting ACT/SAT scores at a CNM Admission Office or by taking CNM's Accuplacer Assessment to test for college-level course placement.

• Not audit CNM Dual Credit courses.

• Receive approval from your high school to take dual credit classes. Your high school will receive enrollment verification and may not approve enrollment in some courses. Please talk with your high school counselor.

• Provide a valid state-issued student ID number (STARS ID). See further information below on how to obtain your STARS ID. Note: A STARS ID is not required to submit your admissions application to CNM as a Dual Credit student. 

Tuition and Fees

Under the Dual Credit Program, tuition and registration fees are waived. *Disclaimer: Students are responsible for course fees and uniforms if required. 

Program Eligibility

Public and Charter School Students

• You're eligible for the Dual Credit Program beginning your freshman year if you attend a participating high school. Visit our list of Dual Credit Participating High Schools. 

• Your high school will cover the cost of your college textbooks for approved courses. 

• You need to provide your state-issued student ID number (STARS ID). Please ask your high school for this number. Note: This number may be different than your high school ID number. 

Steps to Becoming a Dual Credit Student

Complete these steps and get started as a Dual Credit student today.

Questions

Email dualcredit@cnm.edu or call us at (505) 224-3352.

Cost

High school students at any public, private, or home school in the greater Albuquerque area can get a jump start on college by taking 1000-level and above classes at CNM — and tuition and registration fees are waived!

*Dual Credit students only pay course fees & uniform costs (if required).

Complete the steps below to get started:

• STEP 1: Apply and Get a CNM Student ID Number

• STEP 2: Submit the Required Agreement Form

• STEP 3: Set Up Your myCNM Account

• STEP 4: Complete New Student Orientation

• STEP 5: Assessment/Placement

• STEP 6: Meet with a CNM Dual Credit Advisor

• STEP 7: Register for Classes

• STEP 8: Get a CNM Student ID Card

• STEP 9: Get Your Textbooks

• STEP 10: Locate Your Classes

*Homeschool students need to show home school registration with the New Mexico Public Education Department and provide us with state-issued ID number (Stars ID [a.k.a. Nova]) 

*Private school students will need to provide a state-issued ID number (Stars ID [a.k.a. Nova]) 

STEP 1: Apply and Get a CNM Student ID Number

Submit a free online application. Be sure to select “Dual Credit” as your student type. You will receive a CNM student ID number after applying or one will be emailed to you.

Need assistance? Check out our video tutorial on applying to the Dual Credit program. 

Note: Please allow 1-2 business days for our admissions team to process your application. You will receive an email with your CNM information once processed. If after three business days you do not receive anything, please call us at (505) 224-3352.

Apply

Please do not complete any of the steps below until you have your CNM student ID number.

Apply 

STEP 2: Submit the Required Agreement Form

All Dual Credit students are required to submit the Dual Credit Parent/Guardian Agreement form. If you are 18 or older, you must still sign the form for yourself. Please allow 1-2 business days for processing. Be sure that you have your CNM ID number and Stars ID (a.k.a. Nova) as these are required to submit your agreement form.

IMPORTANT: There has been an update to the Dual Credit Parent Agreement form. The form will now be an online form. Please click the links below to begin and for further instructions.

Agreement Form (English)                                        Agreement Form (Spanish)

Need Assistance? Check out our video tutorial for filling out the new DC form. Passcode: 3V@%q0IX

Online Tutorial for Dual Credit Students

STEP 3: Set Up Your myCNM Student Account

Login to your myCNM student account by using your CNM email address. Your CNM email address is the username you received after applying (e.g., username@cnm.edu). You will register for courses, view your grades, and communicate with your instructors in myCNM. 

Set up your password to check CNM email and Brightspace. Your password should be 8 characters long, have at least one upper case letter, one lowercase letter, and one number, and should not include your name or CNM username. If this is your first time creating your myCNM account, your temporary password will be the last four digits of your CNM ID and GoSuncats! Example: 1234GoSuncats!

Note: Check your myCNM email daily to ensure you don't miss important communication from CNM.

myCNM Student Account

STEP 4: Complete New Student Orientation

Complete the new student orientation. Dual Credit students must complete the online orientation. You will be asked to enter your first name, last name, CNM student ID number, and date of birth to begin the orientation. You must complete the dual credit online orientation before you attempt to register for a class.

New Student Orientation
 

STEP 5: Assessment/Placement 

Submit your official ACT or SAT scores. If you don't have these, please review your options below. Both options are free!

Math Placement: The Accuplacer Placement Exam is currently being offered remotely or at CNM's Main, Montoya, Westside, Rio Rancho, and South Valley campuses. Exams must be scheduled in advance, and you must have your CNM student ID number and a picture ID to take the exam.

Reading/Writing Placement: The Directed Self-Placement (DSP) tool does not require an appointment. You can take the DSP any time from a cell phone or other online device. Students needing a math placement score will still need to take the math portion of the Accuplacer.

Schedule Your Math Accuplacer

Take the DSP

STEP 6: Meet With an Advisor

It is recommended that you meet with a Dual Credit Advisor to discuss your course placement options. Be sure to bring your ACT or SAT scores, or complete the Accuplacer Placement Exam before your appointment. 

Schedule an Appointment with Your Dual Credit Advisor

STEP 7: Register for Classes

Register for classes online through your myCNM student account. CNM's course catalog is an important resource when choosing courses. Students can take classes at the 1000 level and higher (with the exception of fitness classes) for which prerequisites are met. Print your class schedule to ensure you have a zero payment balance.

Need assistance? Check out our video tutorial on registering for a specific course or the video tutorial on registering for a dual credit in high school course. 

STEP 8: Get a CNM Student ID Card

Bring a copy of your schedule and a State ID card or Driver's License to the CNM ID Office to get your CNM student ID card. If you don't have one of the above, bring a copy of your schedule and a high school ID. Students without a State ID or Driver's License may need to have their enrollment confirmed. ID cards must be with you when you're on campus.

STEP 9: Get Your Textbooks

View the How to Access your Dual Credit textbook guide. 

Students who attend a regular APS high school or school of choice should fill out the online form, Where is my textbook? and Library Services will reply back with the status of their textbooks. Read the APS website for more information.

Charter school and all other school district students must print a copy of your schedule from your myCNM account. Bring your printed schedule and textbook charge form (pick up the charge form from your high school counselor) to a CNM Bookstore to pick up required textbooks.

Private school students check with your counselor as your school may pay for your textbooks.

Home-schooled students are responsible for the cost of textbooks.

includED Digital Textbooks - Students should check their class schedule in their myCNM student account for includED bookstore charges. If you have these charges on your account, you do not need to pay them if your high school is covering the cost of textbooks (applies to public and charter high school students). includED is a program that electronically delivers the required book automatically to the student on the first day of class. Information should also be included on your course syllabus provided on the first day of class. 

View a list of courses with includED Bookstore Charges

Note: Your high school must approve your registration. Your high school will receive information about the course(s) you've registered for. If your school doesn't approve the course(s), they will be dropped from your schedule.

STEP 10: Locate Your Classes

Go to the Visit CNM page to locate the campus and building where your class(es) will be held.

Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) does not discriminate based on sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity it operates, in compliance with Title IX. This includes admissions and employment. For concerns or questions, contact the Title IX Coordinator by visiting the Title IX website.

Getting Ready for Your First Day as a Dual Credit Student

Steps to take after you've registered for your Dual Credit classes.

Review Your Class Schedule

Will your class be held at one of CNM's campuses or will it be online? Review your class schedule in your myCNM account to find out.

On-Campus Classes

Make sure you know which campus or campuses your classes are on. CNM has seven sites in central New Mexico. Your class schedule will tell you which buildings your classes are in.

Online Classes

Before the first day of class, it is recommended that you complete the Jump Start for Learners class to familiarize yourself with our CNM Brightspace system. On the first day of class, be sure to sign in to CNM Brightspace to view your classes, syllabus and any announcements from your instructor.

Get Your Textbooks

Please read our Steps to Becoming a Dual Credit Student page to learn more about how to get your textbooks as a Dual Credit student. The process will vary depending on where you attend high school. Be sure to check your class schedule to find out if your class has an includED digital textbook. You will see this on your schedule as Bookstore Charges (includED). You do not need to pay these charges if your high school is covering the cost of textbooks (applies to public and charter high school students).

Check Your CNM Email

It's important to check your CNM email regularly. This is how CNM and your instructors will communicate with you about schedule changes, coursework or account issues. We also require students to communicate with us through their CNM email account.

Access CNM Resources

Take advantage of all CNM resources as a Dual Credit student.

Get a Student ID Card

You'll need a student ID card to use library services, tutoring or computer labs. You can get your ID at the Student Activities Office.

Parking

You must register your vehicle to park on any CNM campus, even where the parking is free. Plan to arrive early because parking spaces can be hard to find.

CNM Libraries

Great places to study, with helpful staff, tons of books, and loads of essential resources, your CNM libraries are equipped to help you learn in comfort and style.

Computer Labs

Use your CNM student account to log in at any of CNM's Computer Labs and put a full-access desktop computer to work for you.

Tutoring

The Learning and Computer Center (TLCc) can help you with your CNM classes and high school classes.

Dual Credit Advisement

Be sure to reach out to your Dual Credit Advisor for help if you are struggling to manage your Dual Credit classes. You can also get help with future course planning, time management, and study skills. 

UNM Dual Credit Program

UNM Dual Credit Office

For more information on the Dual Credit and Concurrent Enrollment programs, please contact the Dual Credit Coordinator at dualcredit@unm.edu

Located: University Advisement and Enrichment Center, room 170. Building 85 

Meet with us In-Person on Tuesdays!    OR      Meet with us Virtually on Fridays!

UAEC (Bldg # 85), Suite 170                                               https://goto.unm.edu/askdualcredit

Every Tuesday from 2:30 PM-4:00 PM                               Every Friday from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

About the UNM Albuquerque/Main Dual Credit Program

The UNM Albuquerque/Main Dual Credit Program is a program designed provide high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn college credit while still enrolled in high school by taking University courses normally not offered at the high school.

For more information on the process and the necessary forms to apply, please take a look at our admissions process page. 

2023-2025 Eligibility Criteria

Students are admitted to the UNM Dual Credit Program one semester at at time.  This means they must meet the eligibility requirements listed below, submit a complete application packet, and be accepted to the Dual Credit Program each semester for which they wish to participate.

• A current Master Agreement is in place between UNM Albuquerque/Main and your high school (or you are home schooled)

• High school junior or senior standing

• Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 (unweighted or flat GPA). 

• Minimum college GPA of 2.5 (for returning students to the UNM Dual Credit Program and/or for new students who have taken dual credit courses at other institutions).  Students with a UNM GPA of 2.5 -2.99 may take one course as a returning student.  Students with a UNM GPA of 3.0 or higher may take up to two courses as a returning student.

• Earned a "C" or better in all attempted college courses.  Students who earn grades of C-, D+, D, D-, F, NC, or W in any college courses are ineligible to continue in the UNM Albuquerque/Main Dual Credit Program.

• Minimum age of 16

The Benefits of Dual Credit:

• Tuition and general fees are waived (Note: All dual credit students are responsible for paying individual course fees out of pocket)

• School provides the textbooks (Note: Public schools only)

Application Process

How to Apply

To apply to the UNM Main Dual Credit Program, complete the following steps:

STEP ONE:  Complete the Major/Career Interest Form & Meet with a UNM Academic Advisor

• After completion of the Major/Career Interest Form, the UNM Dual Credit Coordinator helps students set up an appointment with a UNM Academic Advisor.  The UNM Academic advisor helps students understand which course placement tools should either be taken or submitted to UNM.  They will also provide students with a list of courses from their intended degree program that are appropriate to take under the UNM Dual Credit Program.

• Students may complete the Major/Career Interest Form here: https://goto.unm.edu/majorcareerinterest

STEP TWO:  Meet with a High School Counselor

• Students share the list of courses provided by the UNM Academic Advisor with their high school counselor.  Together they review the list and decide which of those courses are also applicable to their high school requirements and which are also approved courses on the Appendix of the Master Agreement with their high school.

STEP THREE:  Select Courses for the NM Dual Credit Request Form

• Go to https://schedule.unm.edu to view UNM's Schedule of classes for your selected semester.  This is where you can find the CRN, Course #, Section #, and days/times for courses.  We also recommend that students put their first choice course(s) on the NM Dual Credit Request Form but that they also provide a separate list of alternative choices signed by them and their high school counselor in case the student's first choice(s) are no longer available at the time of dual credit registration.

STEP FOUR: Submit the Following Documents to Complete the Dual Credit Admissions Packet 

• UNM Dual Credit Application Form

  • Online form may be completed and submitted here: https://goto.unm.edu/dualcreditapp 

• NM Dual Credit Request Form

  • https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/REQUEST-FORM.DUAL-CREDIT-FILLABLE-rev-2021-2.pdf 

  • The Student Information, Course Listing, High School Representative Signature, Student Signature, and Parent/Guardian signature must be complete.  Forms with missing information will not be processed.  The UNM Dual Credit Coordinator or Supervisor are the only ones authorized to sign for Postsecondary Representative on behalf of UNM.  They will sign off after review and approval of the complete admission packet. 

  • Students or a high school representative may submit this form to dualcredit@unm.edu once it is complete.

• Official High School Transcript
  
  

  • There are only two ways an official transcript can be submitted

    • A student may order an official transcript through Parchment and request that it be directly sent to dualcredit@unm.edu

    • A high school representative (counselor, registrar, etc.) emails the official transcript directly to dualcredit@unm.edu   

  • Transcripts submitted by students are considered unofficial, even if the transcript is labeled, "official."  Transcripts must be submitted directly from Parchment or by a high school representative.

  • Fall applicants must wait to send transcripts until spring grades have posted.  Summer applicants need to be sure that fall grades are on their transcript before sending.

• Other supporting documents as necessary/applicable for the purpose of course placement.

  • Official ACT, SAT, AP, IB, Accuplacer, or CLEP scores

  • Official transcripts from higher education institutions outside of UNM

  • The documents should be sent to UNM Admissions directly from the College Board, the transfer institution, etc.  Documentation of these listed on a high school transcript cannot be accepted for course placement.

STEP FIVE: Check Email for Confirmation of Admission

• ADMISSION

  1. The UNM Dual Credit Coordinator manages the entire Admissions Process for the Dual Credit Program.  Any questions about the status of a dual credit application should be sent to dualcredit@unm.edu

  2. Once a student is admitted to the UNM Dual Credit Program, the UNM Dual Credit Coordinator will email confirmation to the student at the email address they provided on the UNM Dual Credit Application Form. A list of next steps will be provided a that time.

• REGISTRATION

  1. Registration will be completed no later than the date listed at the beginning of this webpage and in the timeline below.

  2. Admission to UNM ABQ/Main's Dual Credit Program DOES NOT guarantee registration into a dual credit student's requested courses especially for high demand courses which are generally full by the time we open registration for dual credit students.  High demand courses typically include but are not limited to: all online courses, first year English courses, math courses, and language courses.

  3. We advise that you include back-up options for courses when you submit your application.  If your first choice is full when we open registration, we will look to your second, third, fourth, etc. options immediately if they were provided to us with your application packet.

  4. If back-up options were not provided prior to dual credit registration day and the course you requested is full, it is likely that you will not take a course at UNM for that semester.

What happens after I submit a Dual Credit application packet?

1. A complete application packet is submitted by the deadline posted on the website.

2. Processing takes about 5-7 business days after the packet has been sent to UNM Admissions to match with online application and transcripts.

3. If admitted:

   1. Concurrent Enrollment hold is placed on all admitted student accounts.

   2. The Dual Credit Coordinator will begin registering students for the semester. Any changes are to be communicated via email to dualcredit@unm.edu.

   3. Students are to complete the steps outlined in the Welcome email.

   4. The Welcome email is the only communication students will receive to the email provided in the application. Further communication will be sent to the students’ UNM email, once they have created their NETID.

   5. All students are to complete the Online Dual Credit Orientation. The link is provided via email.

4. If not admitted:

   1. The student will receive an email stating the reasons the application was not accepted.

   2. Common reasons an application is not accepted:

      1. Missing information provided

      2. Missing supplemental materials (transcripts, test scores, etc.)

      3. GPA does not meet the minimum GPA requirement

      4. Student does not meet Junior/Senior standing

      5. Missing signatures on application materials

Getting your Textbooks

CNM Textbooks

The process for APS students picking up CNM textbooks has changed from picking up textbooks at the APS book room to picking them up at the Main Campus CNM Bookstore located at 719 University SE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87106.

Important! Before you go to the CNM Bookstore:

• Fill out the Where is My Textbook Online Form – before you go to the CNM Bookstore. Make sure you receive a confirmation email that your textbooks are ready to pick up.

• Make sure to inform the CNM bookstore staff that you are a APS Dual Credit student – before you go to the CNM bookstore. Going to the bookstore without contacting us first may result in delays and/or unnecessary trips and hassles. 

• Check the CNM Bookstore hours before you drive there. CNM Bookstore hours vary.

Important! Bring Your CNM ID

APS Dual Credit students must bring their CNM ID to pick up textbooks. A CNM ID is required to pick-up textbooks. CNM IDs are being issued at CNM main campus, Student Activities office, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on a walk-in basis. No appointment is needed.

CNM All Digital Textbooks

Students are strongly encouraged to register for CNM classes that use the all-digital textbook delivery called "includED". It is a program that electronically delivers the required book automatically to the student on the first day of class through CNM Brightspace. Information should also be included on your course syllabus provided on the first day of class.

CNM Main Campus Bookstore Information

• CNM Bookstore Hours

• Address: 719 University SE, Albuquerque, N.M. 87106

• Email: cnm@bkstr.com, Phone (505) 243-0457

UNM Textbooks

1. UNM students should fill out the Where is My Textbook Online Form to request their textbooks for the summer term.

2. UNM students will receive eTextbook access codes to their UNM email address. Physical textbooks will be shipped from the UNM Bookstore to the address the student provided on their Where is My Textbook Online Form.

Books for Waitlisted Classes

We cannot provide books for "waitlisted" classes. Once you get into your waitlisted class, email your UNM class schedule to: Valerie Valdez at valerie.valdez@aps.edu.