ENMU’s Affordability Helped Two Students Dreams Come True!

By offering one of lowest tuition costs for Southwestern institutions, Eastern New Mexico University helps students achieve their career goals.  Even applying to the University is free.   ENMU also has many undergraduate and graduate degree programs online as well as offers evening classes for the utmost convenience and flexibility.  The following are a couple of stories of students thriving at ENMU. 

Anthropology Major Cash Ficke chose ENMU for it affordability and convenience…

One of EMNU’s countless success stories is Cash Ficke who is working toward an ungraduated degree in anthropology with an emphasis in archaeology.  He relates that ENMU was his first choice for its affordability, and now as a student, he cites one of best parts of his experience has been the one-on-one interactions with the faculty.  Cash’s interest in anthropology began with a trip to Egypt during high school with his beloved grandmother where he discovered a passion for archaeology. 

In addition to our undergraduate anthropology program, ENMU has offered a nationally recognized master’s degree in anthropology for over four decades.  The program prepares students for a career in public or private archaeology or to pursue a doctoral degree.  

Online Program Helped Dennis Gruba to get his Aviation Science Degree

Dennis Gruba, who has worked for years as a helicopter mechanic, is looking forward to this December when he will walk across the stage to receive his diploma in Aviation Science.  As an online student, he is also looking forward to enjoying the atmosphere of ENMU’s campus. Dennis says that he will be glad to put to rest some of his sibling rivalries after a "35-year-long summer break," by attaining his college degree as all of his siblings have done.   

If you are interested in getting a degree in aviation, ENMU offers two tracks, of which both can be completed 100% online.  The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degrees prepare students for a number of aviation-related careers.  Please refer to ENMU’s website for more information on the programs. 

Eastern New Mexico University offers dedicated faculty who are committed to academic excellence and emphasize liberal learning, freedom of inquiry and cultural diversity. With affordable tuition and flexible course schedules, ENMU offers an education that fits your lifestyle and puts your career goals within reach. Visit the ENMU website to learn more about how Eastern New Mexico University can help you be successful.

Two ENMU Graduates Discuss Student Support Services

Student success is a key part of Eastern New Mexico University’s mission. Student’s benefit from small class sizes, supportive counselors, and accomplished professors as well as a myriad of student support services offered by the university. For many students, these unparalleled support services were crucial in achieving a successful outcome. In this post, we’ll highlight the support experiences of two recent graduates from ENMU’s College of Business.

Kylie Katalinich ’17 – Business Administration

For Kylie, graduating from ENMU was the happiest day of her life. After battling with the emotional challenge of losing her uncle, aunt, and mother while studying at ENMU, Kylie turned to the school’s support system for help. In a recent piece for ENMU student success news, Kyle talks about how she leveraged the community to get her to graduation day. "So many professors and colleagues were understanding and helpful during some trying moments of my life," Kylie stated. She later goes on to list some of her biggest supporters, "College of Business, the College of Fine Arts, the Department of Languages and Literature and Susan Larson, the director of Counseling and Career Services."

Jerome Aguilar ’17 – Business Administration

Jerome’s ENMU experience was no straight line. Jerome worked hard to complete his first three years at ENMU, but he struggled and left ENMU after his third year. Eventually, with the support of his community, family, and staff at ENMU, Jerome returned to complete his business degree. He recalled in an ENMU news report, "I chose ENMU because the people here care about my success," said Jerome.  "From recruiters to instructors, everyone is here to help you get to where you want to be." Jerome now hopes to earn his MBA from ENMU and start his own business someday.

As New Mexico's largest regional comprehensive university, ENMU offers students more than 90 undergraduate, graduate and certificate options. The ENMU campuses present a diverse student body made up of individuals of all ages, backgrounds, interests and points of view. With affordable tuition and flexible course schedules, ENMU offers an education that fits your lifestyle and puts your career goals within reach.  Visit the ENMU website to learn more about Eastern New Mexico University.

Two College of Business Programs That Offer Great Career Options

The College of Business at Eastern New Mexico University strives to prepare each student for professional careers and advanced study. To accomplish this end, the College of Business shares ENMU’s tradition of providing a “student-focused” education. This approach has earned ENMU’s College of Business several prestigious awards including being ranked first in the nation for least expensive online degrees in education and business by OnlineU, thirteenth fastest growing master's level university by the Chronicle of Higher Education, and praised by USA Today for being one of the most affordable four-year universities in the nation.

Here is a glimpse of some of the amazing programs offered by the College of Business:

1.  Personal Financial Planning

Want to become a certified financial planner in as little as two years? Then look no further than ENMU’s flexible personal financial planning degree options. The PFP program is available as an emphasis for existing undergraduate students and as a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences concentration area.

2.  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

ENMU’s MBA program was designed for maximum flexibility: you can earn an MBA while taking both online and on-campus courses. The MBA program enables working adults and individuals with busy lives to achieve their education goals at their own pace. A successful MBA candidate will emerge from the program as a master generalist (instead of business specialist in finance, human resources, marketing, etc.) and be equipped to serve in a number of managerial roles.  

As New Mexico's largest regional comprehensive university, ENMU offers students more than 90 undergraduate, graduate and certificate options. With affordable tuition, evening classes as well as select online courses, ENMU offers an education that fits your lifestyle and puts your career goals within reach. Visit the ENMU website to learn more about Eastern New Mexico University.

Three Online Bachelor Programs That Offer Diverse Career Options

Eastern New Mexico University is proud to offer flexible online undergraduate bachelor’s degree programs. The time it takes to earn a bachelor's degree will vary depending on how many classes you take each semester and how many credits you've previously accumulated. On average, it can take students four to five years to complete their bachelor’s study.

At the time of this publication, ENMU’s bachelor’s degree programs boast many majors for students to choose from.  While many of these programs are worthy of note, here is a brief overview of some of ENMU’s incredible undergraduate degrees:

Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) - Design

ENMU’s BFA degree is the ideal choice for students interested in pursuing careers in advertising art, computer graphics, illustration, marketing, package design, motion graphics, or other similar fields. A BFA student majors in art and the curriculum places a heavy emphasis on graphic design.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Earn your nursing degree 100% online with ENMU’s innovative online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. The program does not award an RN license (students will need a valid RN license to apply for this program). Instead, the BSN offers a liberal arts complement for the clinical certification. Upon completion, BSN recipients will be ready to tackle policy, managerial, and ethical roles in the field.

Bachelor’s Degrees in Aviation

Did you know that you can earn a bachelor’s degree in aviation 100% online? ENMU offers two flexible solutions for students seeking a bachelor’s degree in aviation science: a Bachelor of Science (BS) or a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science (BAAS). The BS program is a great choice for prospective students who want a traditional liberal arts degree. Aviation BS courses include aircraft construction, aviation safety, aviation law, airport operations, and FAA regulations to name a few. ENMU’s BAAS aviation degree is ideal for students with existing aviation credits, an Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences (AAS), or an existing FAA license.

As New Mexico's largest regional comprehensive university, ENMU offers students more than 90 undergraduate, graduate and certificate options. The ENMU campuses present a diverse student body made up of individuals of all ages, backgrounds, interests and points of view. With affordable tuition and flexible course schedules, ENMU offers an education that fits your lifestyle and puts your career goals within reach.  Visit the ENMU website to learn more about Eastern New Mexico University.

Two Ways to Earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation

Eastern New Mexico University is committed to providing flexible educational offerings to help students from all backgrounds receive the best training possible. In continuing faith of that effort, Eastern is offering two ways for students to earn a bachelor’s degree in aviation science.

Bachelor of Science (BS)

The Bachelor of Science in Aviation Science undergraduate degree offered by ENMU is the ideal choice for prospective students who want a more traditional liberal arts curriculum. The program includes courses on aircraft construction, aviation law, aviation safety and airport operations as well as management and FAA regulations. Overall, the program requires 33 hours of aviation science technology credits and 22 hours of other required courses. Designed to blend technical mastery with aviation science and business theory, this degree prepares students to work in a variety of aviation-related fields.

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science (BAAS)

Alternatively, students interested in aviation may choose to enroll in the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science in Aviation Science. As an applied science degree, it is ideal for students with existing aviation credits, an Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences (AAS), or an existing FAA license. The Eastern New Mexico University BAAS program in aviation science is comprised of 22 credit hours of aviation science courses and 22 credit hours of general program courses. No matter which program you choose, ENMU is dedicated to providing students with ample faculty and staff support to help them achieve their career goals. Additionally, financial aid is available to students in need; over 80% of Eastern New Mexico University students are receiving some kind of financial assistance. For more information about these programs and financial aid opportunities, visit the ENMU website.

As New Mexico's largest regional comprehensive university, ENMU offers students more than 90 undergraduate, graduate and certificate options. On the ENMU campuses, you will find a diverse student body made up of individuals of all ages, backgrounds, interests and points of view. With affordable tuition and flexible course schedules, ENMU offers an education that fits your lifestyle and puts your career goals within reach.