Advising Appointments

Current and prospective students are welcome to talk with an advisor.

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As the academic heart of UNM, A&S offers unparalleled educational opportunities.

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We're here for all students interested in an A&S program of study.

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Have a question for your advisor?

Visit Student Hub to meet with your major or minor advisor to address all of your needs!

Fall 2025 Center Drop-In Advisement Hours

For quick questions (10-15 minutes), you can visit our Center Drop-In Advisement hours.

First week of classes ONLY, August 18th-21st

  • Monday, August 18th, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
  • Tuesday, August 19th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
  • Wednesday, August 20th, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
  • Thursday, August 21st, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm

Starting Monday, August 25th through December 1st, we will hold weekly Center Drop-In Advisement hours on Mondays 2:00 pm-4:00 pm for general advisement (excluding 9/1/25 and 11/24/25).


Where are we?

Our advisors have their offices in the departments of the students they serve, but ASCAS is our "hub" and you can always ask our center where to go for your individual needs.

Arts & Sciences Center for Academic Success (ASCAS)
University Advisement and Enrichment Center (Building 85)
Suite 135 (ground floor, behind the elevator)
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Our General Central Office Hours

Monday - Friday
8 am - 5 pm

Contact Us ⇒

In the Arts & Sciences Center for Academic Success (ASCAS), we serve current and prospective undergraduate students in the College of Arts & Sciences (A&S) at The University of New Mexico.

Maybe you're in the college exploration process. Maybe you're a few semesters away from graduation. Maybe you're ready to try college again after a break. Wherever you are on your educational path, we're here to help you make the most out of your time in A&S.

How we can help you ⇒

A&S is the academic heart of UNM with over 140 programs of study in humanities, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics fields. Most academic disciplines have their home in A&S - everything from Africana Studies to Earth and Planetary Sciences to Signed Language Interpretation.

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140+ majors, minors, and certificates

With a wide array of courses, you're bound to find something that fits your interests and goals.

Largest Research Unit at UNM

More research activity means more research positions for you. Gain hands-on experience with some of the best minds in academia.

10+ Bachelor to Master Degrees

Dig deep into your academic interests and work toward a Master's Degree while working on your Bachelor's.

History-making alumni and faculty

Join the legacy of revolutionary UNM thinkers and doers and forge your own trail.