Social Justice, Certificate of Achievement

School of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences (CHSS)

​The Social Justice Certificate is an embedded program with the Liberal Arts, Associate of Arts Degree. This degree is intended for students who wish to explore social justice, social engagement, and enhance their understanding of social inequality and change.

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Educational Option Information

• This educational option is a
  • Social Justice Certificate.
• This educational option can be completed: Part-time or full-time.
• This educational option can be started: Any term.
• Primary course location: Main, Montoya, Rio Rancho, South Valley and Westside Campuses; many AA degree courses are available online.

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

• Cost of Attendance
• Tuition
• Books
• Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

• This program is NOT  financial aid eligible.
  • FA Ineligible Programs at CNM
  • Although the program is not eligible for Federal Financial Aid, there are some possible outside funding options (i.e. VA, DVR, institutional funding, etc.). For more information go to http://www.cnm.edu/depts/financial-aid.

Educational Opportunities

Students from CNM seeking a baccalaureate degree may also transfer to other institutions. Students should always refer to the catalog of their intended transfer institution for admission, program, course, and graduation requirements.

Coursework for the Social Justice, Certificate of Completion can be applied towards a Liberal Arts, Associates of Arts degree.

Many of the courses in this program are transferable and some may be applied to four-year degree programs at other institutions. CNM currently has transfer agreements with many colleges and universities in New Mexico and elsewhere.