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New Mexico Scholars Program

New Mexico Higher Education Department
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/1/2026
Closes: 12/31/2026

The New Mexico Scholars Program is available to New Mexico high school graduates pursuing full-time undergraduate study at eligible public or private nonprofit institutions in New Mexico. Students seeking a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements
  • Minimum SAT composite score of 1140 or minimum ACT composite score of 25
  • Top 5% of class
  • Resident of New Mexico
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree fulltime
  • Planning to attend school in New Mexico
  • Aged 21 or younger
  • Maximum Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of less than $60,000
  • Proven academic achievement

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Maximum Age
    21
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: NM
    Minimum SAT
    1140
    Financial Status
    • Maximum AGI: 60,000

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