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Lifelong Education

Because learning doesn't end when you graduate

We know our Lobos are life-long learners, always striving to grow their knowledge and education. A benefit we are proud to offer our alumni is discounted classes through UNM Continuing education and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. For alumni seeking to add another degree to their wall, you can receive discounts for the Kaplan test preparation courses too — great if you're prepping for the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT and more!

UNM Continuing Education

UNM Continuing Education

UNM Alumni can enjoy a 10% discount on classes. Use the promotion code of HODGINHALL when registering to receive your discount.

UNM Continuing Education offers something for everyone. From professional development certificate programs to classes just for fun, you can find what you need to maintain work + life balance. UNM Continuing Education is Your Center for Lifelong Learning!

Business and Technology Courses:
Accessible and affordable ways to advance your career

Our professional development classes and certificate programs give you skills and outcomes that are fundamental to your success. Enjoy small classes with other professionals as you follow your current career path or prepare for a career change. Our courses are built with expertise from employers, subject matter experts, and the content expertise of our instructors to connect with the ever-changing job market. UNM Continuing Education non-credit professional classes and certificates offer you many options. Stretch your mind and focus your efforts on one of the training areas below that meets your passion and improves your workplace performance.

Personal Enrichment:
Take classes for your own enjoyment

Our instructors and students share a love of learning. Many of our instructors are teaching their favorite subject. Create alongside artists who have perfected their craft. Cook with professional chefs and share the meal you created. Learn skills such as home repair, landscape design or money management from experts. Study Humanities and life's enduring questions. Travel to the special places of New Mexico.

Take the Next Step!

If you plan to enroll in an undergraduate studies program or attend graduate school, law school, or business school, UNM Continuing Education can help you realize your academic goals. With test preparation courses for the GRE ®, GMAT ®, LSAT ®, New SAT ®, and ACT ®, UNM Continuing Education is New Mexico's leading test prep solutions.

Comprehensive Programs

UNM Continuing Education's programs provide a comprehensive review of tested subjects, an easy to follow preparation plan, standardized test tips and strategies, and all the materials needed to master these important exams. Each program has been carefully developed by test prep experts to ensure your success.

Quality Instructors

Courses feature expert instruction from test prep professionals. Highly trained instructors ar professional educators who have excelled on the standardized tests and care about your success. Instructors are consistently recognized for their professionalism and dedication to student success.

Courses and workshops are offered online through the year. UNM Continuing Education is constantly expanding class offerings to meet your needs. Visit their test prep website or call UNM Continuing Education's office 505-277-0077 for details about upcoming classes.

Energize Your Mind!

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

The UNM Alumni Association is a partner of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at The University of New Mexico. UNM Alumni receive a 10% discount for Osher courses. Discount does not apply to the Osher membership fee.

Osher Logo The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at The University of New Mexico brings the challenge and excitement of university learning to adults age 50 plus who want to explore stimulating and fascinating subjects. All of the traditional disciplines are offered, as well as new areas of research and study.

Osher at The University of New Mexico offers a wide range of courses, lectures and special events to its members. Courses and lectures are taught by UNM faculty as well as by qualified members of the community. There are no tests or grades, just learning for the pure joy.

Your membership in Osher means discovering new friends, new knowledge and new ways of bringing meaning and enjoyment to your life. This program is made possible through a generous grant from the Bernard Osher Foundation. The Foundation has funded Institutes from Hawaii to Maine to offer intellectually stimulating learning opportunities for mature adults.

More Information:

 For more information contact:
Maralie Waterman, Program Supervisor
Phone: 505-277-6179
Email: maralie@unm.edu
website: ce.unm.edu/enrichment/osher

While Osher classes may be viewed online, online registration is not available. To register for Osher classes by phone, call 505-277-0077 and press option 1.

Connect through UNM Alumni Connect

Access to UNM Alumni Connect is easy! Membership is exclusive to alumni only — it's completely free to you! All you need to do is establish a User ID and password and login. If you are registering for the first time, you will need to know your Alumni ID number to complete the registration process. Visit the online community webpage for complete details.