COVID-19 FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the NMSU system require COVID-19 vaccines for students or employees?

As of March 1, 2023, the NMSU system no longer requires COVID-19 vaccines as a condition of enrollment or employment. Individuals with a hire date of March 1, 2023, or later and students enrolling in classes beginning in the summer 2023 session or later are no longer required to provide proof of vaccination or apply for an exemption. Learn more

Do I need to isolate if I test positive for COVID-19?

Students and employees who test positive for COVID-19 should follow current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines regarding isolation and return-to-work/class timelines.

Do I need to report a positive COVID-19 test result to the university?

Students and employees are no longer required to report their positive COVID-19 cases through the online portal. Students living on campus should continue to report positive COVID-19 test results to residence life staff.

What is the mask-wearing policy for NMSU system sites?

Masks are welcomed and encouraged for those who need or choose to wear them on campuses or sites. They are not required.

Do the NMSU system’s vaccine and mask policies apply in every setting a student or employee might find themselves in?

Health care or other specialized settings such as clinical education environments may have stricter requirements for vaccination or mask-wearing, which may apply to students or employees in those settings.

I have questions about how NMSU’s COVID-19 policies apply to me. Where can I get more information?

Questions about NMSU and COVID-19 may be sent to covid19@nmsu.edu.

What happened to the NMSU Now website, where COVID-19 information was previously accessible?

We have archived the NMSU Now website to remove outdated information from our NMSU site. If there is information from that site that you need to access, please email covid19@nmsu.edu.