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Teacher Preparation Affordability Scholarship Program

New Mexico Higher Education Department
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

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

The Teacher Preparation Affordability Scholarship Program is available to students enrolled in accredited educator preparation programs at public post-secondary institutions or tribal colleges in the state. Students who demonstrate financial need are eligible to apply.

Win up to
$6,000
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
Requirements
  • Resident of New Mexico or eligible for a nondiscrimination waiver
  • Seeking a bachelor's or graduate degree full or parttime
  • Studying teacher education
  • Attending New Mexico public postsecondary institution or tribal college
  • Pursuing initial teacher licensure or have not yet earned teaching credentials
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Degree
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: NM
    Intended Area of Study
    Education & Teaching, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Middle School Education, High School Education, Special Education and Teaching

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