UNM Los Alamos Hosts Dual-Credit Info Night at High School Jan. 28

A dual-credit information session hosted by UNM Los Alamos will bring university advisers to the Los Alamos High School library Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The hourlong meeting is designed for high school students and parents to learn how to earn UNM credit before graduating from high school and what that can mean for college plans and costs.

The session will cover enrollment pathways, course options, and administrative steps required to register for dual-credit classes. UNM Los Alamos representatives aim to clarify eligibility, scheduling, and how credits transfer to four-year programs. Presenting the program on campus at LAHS is intended to make information accessible to local families and reduce logistical barriers for students considering college-level coursework while still in high school.

For Los Alamos County residents, the practical impact includes potential time and cost savings if students earn transferable credits that apply to future degrees. Families weighing college budgets can use dual-credit opportunities to shorten time to degree and lower the number of tuition-paid semesters after high school. For students, early exposure to university expectations can strengthen college readiness and smooth the transition to campus life.

The program also has implications for local workforce and education planning. Increasing dual-credit participation can deepen the pipeline from Los Alamos High School to postsecondary programs, supporting both academic goals and community talent needs. Local educators and families who prioritize STEM pathways or degree acceleration will find the session directly relevant to course selection and long-term planning.

Attendance is open to students and parents. For additional questions, contact Ingrid Goldsmith at igoldsmith@unm.edu or (505) 662-5919. Bringing questions about specific courses, schedules, and how credits would apply to intended majors will help families make the most of the meeting.

This information night is a timely opportunity for Los Alamos students to consider concrete steps toward college while still on the Hill. Parents and students interested in saving time and money on higher education or in mapping out a clearer route to a degree should consider attending and speaking directly with UNM Los Alamos staff.