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CNM IDs

The CNM student ID functions as a photo ID and grants you access to many of CNM's services and benefits.

About the CNM Student ID

Having a CNM student ID card is important because it provides identity verification, gives you access to resources like the CNM Library and tutoring, and qualifies you for benefits such as bus passes and discounts on activities or services.

Acceptable Government-Issued IDs

To get a CNM student ID card, you must have a current acceptable government-issued ID. 

Examples include:

  • University/College issued Photo ID
  • Official high school student-identification card from the school you're currently attending
  • Government-issued driver's license or non-driver ID card
  • Government-issued photo work badge
  • Government-issued passport
  • Government-issued military or national identification card (Consulate, Permanent Resident Card, Immigrant Visa Card, Employment Authorization Card)
  • Prison Photo ID (released within the last 45 days)
  • Tribal Photo ID (no photocopies accepted)

CNM student ID example with no student name or photo

Where to Get Your ID

Visit Us at CNM One Stop

Walk-in Service Hours are Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Main Campus - KW 100
  • Montoya Campus - G Building 
  • Rio Rancho Campus - RRI 121
  • South Valley Campus - SV 101
  • Westside Campus - MJG 100
ID Costs and Group Reservations
  • Your first ID card is free!
  • If you have an older CNM or TVI ID card, you can trade it in for a new one at no charge.
  • If you have a group of at least 30 students who need IDs outside of normal hours of operation, please fill out our ID Services Group Reservation Form. 
Specialized IDs

If you are enrolled in specialized classes at CNM (nursing, phlebotomy, etc.), you may be required to get a specialized ID to participate in practicums. Information about these requirements will be provided by your instructor.

Please call ahead to make sure your instructor has sent the approved list for the current semester. If they haven't, we won't be able to make your ID.