# 5.100.7.8 NMAC: Section 8. General Standards For Licensure

> New Mexico · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S8

## Section

- **Citation:** 5.100.7.8 NMAC
- **Heading:** Section 8. General Standards For Licensure
- **Jurisdiction:** New Mexico
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** NMAC / Title 5 (POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION) / Chapter 100 (PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION) / Part 7 (LICENSURE UNDER THE POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION ACT) / Section 8

## Text

A. An institution seeking state authorization through licensure must submit a complete application and all supporting documentation as described in 5.100.7.10 NMAC. The department shall create application forms for institutions to apply for licensure. B. A branch campus that operates under the accreditation of a primary New Mexico campus is not considered a separate institution for purposes of state authorization. To be considered a branch campus the institution shall meet the following criteria: (1) it has the same ownership, financial management or control as that of the primary New Mexico campus; (2) it operates under the accreditation of the primary New Mexico campus; (3) it is not considered a separate institution for the purpose of accreditation; (4) the primary New Mexico campus has previously operated as a state authorized and accredited institution in New Mexico; and (5) it is a secondary physical presence by the same institution in New Mexico. C. An institution licensed by the department shall adopt the student complaint procedure, as defined in Subsection Q of 5.100.7.10 NMAC, for the resolution of student complaints. D. As a condition of licensure, all institutions shall agree to comply with surety bond requirements as defined in Subsection O of 5.100.7.10 NMAC. 5.100.7 NMAC 5 E. As a condition of licensure, all institutions shall agree to comply with Section 21-23-15 NMSA 1978 and 5.100.8 NMAC and applicable rules and regulations in the event of institutional closure. F. An institution that has been granted state authorization through licensure must submit an annual report, as requested by the department. The department may require separate annual reporting submissions for each branch or location of an institution authorized under a single license. The department shall promulgate a standard reporting form for licensure to include: enrollment, program completion by students, and employment and other educational placements of students.

## Nearby sections

- [5.100.7.1 NMAC Section 1. Issuing Agency](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S1.md)
- [5.100.7.2 NMAC Section 2. Scope](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S2.md)
- [5.100.7.3 NMAC Section 3. Statutory Authority](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S3.md)
- [5.100.7.5 NMAC Section 5. Effective Date](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S5.md)
- [5.100.7.6 NMAC Section 6. Objective](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S6.md)
- [5.100.7.7 NMAC Section 7. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S7.md)
- [5.100.7.8 NMAC Section 8. General Standards For Licensure](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S8.md)
- [5.100.7.9 NMAC Section 9. Types Of Licensure](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S9.md)
- [5.100.7.10 NMAC Section 10. Application Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S10.md)
- [5.100.7.11 NMAC Section 11. Review Committee](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S11.md)
- [5.100.7.12 NMAC Section 12. Complaint To The Department](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S12.md)
- [5.100.7.13 NMAC Section 13. Applicable Fees](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S13.md)
- [5.100.7.14 NMAC Section 14. Reporting Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S14.md)
- [5.100.7.15 NMAC Section 15. Site Visits And Records Inspection](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SREGS_NM_T5_C100_P7_S15.md)

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