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Freshman, Returning Student, and Transfer Student Orientation

Beginning freshmen, returning students, and transfer students are encouraged to complete orientation to make the most out of their college experience at CNM.

Contact Us

Please contact us at [email protected] or call (505) 224-4000 ext. 55440 if you need assistance. 

Start Strong with Orientation

Are you a beginning freshman, returning student, or transfer student? Join CNM for a New Student Orientation session! Studies show that students who complete orientation have a higher success rate and understand what to expect in college.

In the CNM New Student Orientation, we'll show you how to make the most out of your college experience. We will highlight various resources, teach you how to navigate CNM’s website and student portals, and help you understand the importance of time management, goal setting, and educational skills. 

Important Details

  • All beginning freshmen, returning students, and transfer students should complete the New Student Orientation after registering for classes, as we will not discuss the steps leading up to registration or the registration process itself. 
  • Be sure to have your CNM student ID number and username available when you register for orientation. 
  • In addition to attending orientation, you should meet with an advisor. Advisement will not be offered during orientation sessions. 

Orientation Options

Beginning freshmen, returning students, and transfer students can choose from an In-Person Orientation or Online Orientation. 

Option 1: In-Person Orientation

We strongly encourage you to attend an in-person orientation session to get the most out of the orientation experience.

  1. Visit the In-Person Orientation Registration page. 
  2. Enter your CNM email address and password to log in. 
  3. Once you have successfully logged in, select the term for which you want to schedule your orientation, then select the campus.
  4. Review the dates and times, then select a date that best fits your schedule. 
    • Please note: In-person orientations are four hours long.  
  5. Complete the required fields by answering whether you require accommodations and specifying your request.
  6. Once you have completed the required fields, select Register. You will be redirected to a confirmation page.
  7. A confirmation email will also be sent to your CNM email account with other important information.

Option 2: Online Orientation

Unable to make an in-person orientation? We offer a convenient online option.

  1. Visit the Online Orientation page.
  2. At the end of the online orientation, please print or take a screenshot of your completion page for your records.
  3. A confirmation email will also be sent to your CNM email account with other important information.
Upcoming In-Person Orientations

View the full schedule of upcoming in-person orientations.