Applicants are accepted only at the beginning of the fall and spring term with no transfer-in during the semester. All applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Meet academic criteria
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Be under 22 years of age
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Have never been married
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Have no dependent children
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Be in good physical condition
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Be able to participate in athletic and leadership development activities
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Be free of major disciplinary and/or drug or alcohol abuse problems.
In addition to meeting reasonable standards of good health, applicants to the NMMI high school and junior college must demonstrate a pattern of good conduct, a willingness to accept responsibilities for their actions and a respect for others. Applicants must also meet academic, physical and English language competency standards as part of their admission, which may exclude cadets with specific disabilities. They must have exhibited the capacity to adjust to and work effectively in a closely supervised, highly disciplined and occasionally stressful environment as well as the ability to live independently in a dormitory setting.
All cadets are required to participate in certain physical activities (e.g., marching with a rifle in formation, running the obstacle course, intramural athletics), all considered essential to the traditions of a military school and to the development of individual leadership skills and a sense of camaraderie as a member of the Corps of Cadets.
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Physical standards considered disqualifying for admission:
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Active epilepsy,
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Diabetes requiring special diet and insulin therapy,
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Blindness,
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Deafness,
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Chronic renal disease,
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Chronic cardiac disease,
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Severe symptomatic asthma,
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Any severe neuromuscular or orthopedic disease or any other substantial physical limiting condition, which, in the opinion of the medical staff, would interfere with the cadet’s performance and physical activity in accordance with New Mexico Military Institute’s requirements,
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A medical or behavioral condition that could preclude their participation in required physical and academic programs will be reviewed by the medical staff to determine eligibility,
Inability to participate fully in required physical activities.
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Behavioral/health standards considered disqualifying for admission:
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Any felony criminal conviction,
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Any other conviction where the cadet is still on probation, or under the jurisdiction of the courts adjudication phase. This includes charges that have not been fully resolved because of pending court dates, directed educational programs or community service or mandatory counseling requirements,
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Any permanent dismissal from any school,
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Been suspended three or more times from schools attended within the last three years,
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Any attempted suicide,
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Manic-depressive disorder, evidence of emotional disturbance, bipolar disorder, regularly scheduled psychological counseling or any other severe psychological disorders or limiting condition which in the opinion of the medical staff would interfere with the cadet’s ability to function satisfactorily at the New Mexico Military Institute.
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Demonstrated inability to meet the existing NMMI academic requirements without significant accommodations that would alter the academic mission of the Institute,
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A drug addiction,
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An alcohol addiction,
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Inability to participate in the existing college preparatory or university parallel required academic programs.
Acceptance decisions are made without regard to disabilities and in accordance with state and federal law, and are nondiscriminatory.
Cadets must be physically and mentally sound and meet the academic requirements for admission in order to participate fully in the Institute’s programs. (Chronic or acute disabilities existing before or after matriculation are causes for dismissal.)
The application for admission can be completed via the web application, or by completing and submitting a paper application to the Admissions Office.
Family physician must fill out the physical and immunization forms, health and consent forms may be completed by a parent. If a DoDMERB has been completed on the applicant within one year of the date of application, it may be substituted for the physical, the remainder of the Health and Consent form must be completed.
A former NMMI cadet may reapply for readmission by submitting a review form and a formal application signed by the parent or guardian (or by the cadet if 18 years of age or older). If readmitted the cadet will be classified based upon the academic and disciplinary status that had been established upon departure.
New cadets are admitted only at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters at New Mexico Military Institute.
The New Mexico Military Institute admits college freshmen from regionally accredited high schools (or foreign equivalents) to its Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree in a holistic review process. Students should submit their application and complete the required documentation to receive a decision.
All Junior College applicants shall present academic credentials to support completion of High School academics to include a diploma or certificate of GED or determined equivalent.
NOTE: NMMI reserves the right to admit those candidates it determines to be best qualified for entrance.
In some cases, a candidate with an acceptable (NM - 45) score on the General Education Development (GED) examination may be accepted.
Those cadets seeking a commission should also refer to the section for admissions requirements into the Contract Senior ROTC Program leading to the US Army Reserve Commission.
International students seeking admission to the junior college are required to take an English proficiency exam. Applicants primarily take the Duolingo, IELTS and TOEFL proficiency exams for admission. However, other approved English proficiency exams are accepted. Contact International Admissions for more information.
New cadets are admitted only at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters at New Mexico Military Institute.
Domestic high school students will complete an entrance examination during their on campus tour. This test can also be proctored within the United States by a NMMI approved proctor. Students should submit their application and complete the required documentation to receive a decision.
All high school applicants must take the math entrance exam and interview with an Admissions counselor and their file will be reviewed in a holistic manner.
Third Class (High School Senior): Only eligible to be admitted in the Fall semester, must complete a full year at NMMI in order to graduate, along with completing all academic and disciplinary requirements.
International students seeking admission to the high school are required to take an English proficiency exam. Applicants primarily take the Duolingo, IELTS and TOEFL proficiency exams for admission. However, other approved English proficiency exams are accepted. Contact International Admissions for more information.
Accepted applicants are placed in classes at New Mexico Military Institute in accordance with the number of credits earned at the time of initial enrollment. Progress through the curricular requirements is performance rather than time based. Curricular requirements will not be waived.
Graduation: To graduate, a cadet must meet all academic and disciplinary requirements. See the graduation requirements section of the catalog.
Foreign Student Immigration Requirements:
Section 641 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) of 1996 led to the creation of an inter-agency initiative known as the Student Exchange and Visitors Program (SEVP). SEVP is designed to improve processes for foreign cadets and exchange visitors holding F, J and M visas; and schools, colleges and other organizations sponsoring programs for these visa holders.
The management of the New Mexico Military Institute is charged with the responsibility of providing the Board of Regent’s reasonable assurance of compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to foreign cadets.
Upon acceptance to NMMI, foreign cadets will be issued an I-20 form that they must present to a Consulate office in their country for review. The reviewing consulate will issue a cadet visa if they approve the cadets’ request.
All foreign cadets must have a cadet visa (F-1 status) or other approved cadet status documents prior to arrival at NMMI. NMMI will review all immigration documents upon the cadet’s arrival and will also monitor the cadet’s status throughout the school year as deemed necessary by the SEVIS DSO (Designated School Official).
Students must have in their personal possession all documents, e.g. passport, I-20, visa, I-94 etc. during their attendance at NMMI. Failure to comply with immigration requirements may result in suspension from NMMI.
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