Graduate Program Overview

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UNM prides itself in its ability to provide a solid foundation in both field- and laboratory-based geosciences. Our emphasis is on training well-rounded students in the laboratory, classroom, and field. Financial support is available in the form of Teaching Assistantships, Research Assistantships, and Fellowships. All awards are made on a competitive basis. Our web site (http://epswww.unm.edu) contains information about our department including faculty, research programs, ongoing research, and laboratory facilities.

Interested in Applying to our program for Fall 2027 admission? Register for our upcoming webinar to learn more about our program from current EPS graduate students, faculty and research staff. 

Webinar Date and Time: Nov 19, 2026 4:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)

Register for the webinar here: https://unm.zoom.us/meeting/register/J9IiwSPaR6yLLmfq7X4O1g#/registration

Specific Admissions Procedures: