Nursing
The UNM-Taos Nursing Program, located in a rural setting in northern New Mexico, provides a unique opportunity that transforms the lives of our students into professional nurses who strengthen the health of our culturally diverse community. The nursing program is a competitive program that has had full New Mexico Board of Nursing approval since its inception in 2009. Graduates are eligible to apply for the NCLEX-RN® examination after completing the program. The UNM-Taos Nursing Program has adopted a concept based statewide curriculum through the New Mexico Nursing Education Consortium (NMNEC).
Accreditation Review Period
PUBLIC FEEDBACK: You are invited to give feedback about the associate of science nursing program. This information will be reviewed as part of the accreditation process. Email your thoughts to publiccomments@acenursing.org. All written comments should be received by the ACEN by February 20, 2025.
PUBLIC FORUM: You are invited to meet with the site visit team and share your comments about the program in person at a meeting scheduled at 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Wendesday, March 5, 2025, in room 117 of the Rio Grande Hall located at 121 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571.
Meeting ID: 966 3007 2788
Passcode: UNMT0305
| NCLEX-RN First Time Pass Rate | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) | 83% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| NMNEC Dual Degree (ASN/BSN) | 83% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| UNM - Taos ASN Program | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Completion length 100% four terms | 100% | 86.7% | 81.8% | 69.2% | 75% | 62.5% |
| Completion length 150% six terms | NA | 93% | 90.9% | 77% | 87.5% | NA |
| Program completion by cohort | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Completion length 100% five terms | 100% | 86.7% | 81.8% | 76.9% | 75% | 75% |
| Completion length 150% seven terms | 100% | 93% | 90.9% | 76.9% | 75% | NA |
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| NMNEC Dual Degree (ASN/BSN) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Vision Statement
The UNM-Taos Nursing Program will be recognized for excellence in educating responsible, confident, highly qualified, knowledgeable, and caring individuals in Northern New Mexico who are prepared for lifelong learning; ensuring a sustainable future in the profession of nursing.
Mission Statement
The UNM-Taos nursing program, located in a rural setting in northern New Mexico, provides a unique opportunity to transform the lives of our students into professional nurses who strengthen and serve the health of our culturally diverse community.
Accreditation and Approvals
The University of New Mexico-Taos Nursing Program has full approval by the New Mexico Board of Nursing.
6301 Indian School NE, Suite 710
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Ph: (505) 841-8340
Fax: (505) 841-8347
https://www.bon.nm.gov
The associate degree nursing program at the University of New Mexico at the Taos branch located in Taos, New Mexico is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404.975.5000
https://acenursing.org/
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate degree nursing program is continuing accreditation through April 2025.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.
The UNM-Taos Nursing Program has determined that it meets the requirements for professional nursing licensure in the state of New Mexico. We have not determined whether the program meets licensure requirements for other states. Please speak with the UNM-Taos Nursing Program advisors for further information.
