NMCEL Scholarship

New Mexico Coalition of Educational Leaders

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/19/2025

Closes: 2/20/2026

NMCEL Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school seniors in New Mexico who plan to attend college in any state, especially those preparing for a career in education.

Win up to

$3,000

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements

This program is open to seniors graduating from public high schools in New Mexico and planning to enroll full-time at a college or university in any state.

Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Preference is given to applicants preparing for a career in education (e.g., teacher, counselor, school business official).

Financial need is not considered in the selection process.