Mini-Semesters (MS1 / MS2)
Mini-semester classes are full-credit, face-to-face and online, eight (8) week courses that include all the same instruction and content as full-term 16 week courses.
Fall 2024 mini-semester 2 (MS2) runs from October 14 through December 13.
The last day to add a Fall 2024 MS2 class is October 15.
Mini-Semester classes can help you
- maintain a full course load for scholarship purposes.
- maintain or improve your GPA.
- earn additional credits toward graduation.
- gain academic success skills (FYEX courses).
What classes are offered?
Eight week mini-semester classes, being offered on your campus, can be found by selecting the part of term filter that you are interested in attending:
- on the Student->Registration->Browse Classes link in your my.NMSU Student portal,
- select the campus you are admitted to, to see classes you are eligible to register for
- select "First 8 Weeks" or "Second 8 Weeks" in the part of term box
- then click the "Search" button, at the bottom of the page
How do I register for a mini-semester class?
If you are a current NMSU student, log in to your myNMSU Student portal, and register for a mini-semester class just like any other class.
If you are a new student, you must be admitted before registering. Visit the Undergraduate Admissions website or contact Admissions at (575) 646-3121 or toll-free at (800) 662-6678 for more information.
Important Mini-Semester dates
- October 14 - Classes begin
- October 15 – Last day to add (without instructor’s permission)
- October 17 – Last day to add (instructor’s permission required)
- October 23 – Last day to cancel a class (with 100% refund)
- November 11 – Last day to drop with a “W”