UNM SHS Graduate School Admissions Requirements

We are seeking applicants who are committed to developing their clinical and professional skills in supporting young children with autism and developmental disabilities and their families, particularly within multilingual and multicultural communities. 

Below are the minimum requirements and preferred qualifications for consideration. 

Minimum Requirements:

• 1.  Meet the requirements to apply to the University of New Mexico's Speech and Hearing Sciences program (e.g., a 3.4 GPA with at least 12 credits in Speech and Hearing Sciences coursework and a Bachelor of Arts in any field before Fall 2026).

     • For additional information about the University of New Mexico's masters of Science Speech and Hearing Sciences Program and the requirements to apply, visit Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

  2. Demonstrate an interest and commitment to working with young children with autism and developmental disabilities and their families 

  3. Demonstrate an interest and commitment to working with children and families from multilingual and multicultural backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1.  Have at least 24 credits in Speech and Hearing Sciences 

  2. Although you do not need to be multilingual to apply, preference will be given to applicants who speak a non-English language frequently used in the Southwest (e.g., Spanish, Diné).