Top 49 New Mexico Scholarships in February 2026

Are you a New Mexico resident who will be enrolling full-time at a public post-secondary educational institution in New Mexico within sixteen months of graduation or receipt of a high equivalency credential? If so, you may be eligible for the New Mexico Legislative Lottery Scholarship! The scholarship is awarded annually to high school seniors who will be soon graduating from a public or accredited private New Mexico high school (homeschooled New Mexico seniors and GED holders are also eligible). If you're a New Mexico high school senior who will be pursuing a post-secondary education at an in-state, public university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Nicknamed the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico is a unique state full of gorgeous desert landscapes, rich heritage, and truly great food. If you’re a high school senior living in this incredible state, you could be eligible for the 505 Southwestern/New Mexico True Scholarship! To be eligible for this $5,000 scholarship, applicants must be graduating from a New Mexico high school, be planning to attend a college or university within the state, and demonstrate an interest in the agricultural industry. Applicants must have also maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher during their first six semesters of high school, and have completed the FAFSA for the upcoming academic year.  One recipient will be selected annually and will be awarded this $5,000 scholarship in equal payments over four years of undergraduate study. If you’re interested in this scholarship, we encourage you to explore other scholarships for students in New Mexico as well as other scholarships for agricultural studies. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

The AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors and current college students from states served by the BNSF Railway. Students who are American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, First Nation, or other indigenous peoples of North America and are seeking a bachelor's degree in designated fields of business or science, are welcome to apply.Show Less

The Susie Kubie' Symphonic Music Scholarship is available to graduates of a high school in the metro area of Albuquerque, New Mexico who are or have been a participant in the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program (AYSP). Students who are seeking a bachelor's degree full-time in the music field are welcome to apply.Show Less

The William F. Mann Scholarship Program supports residents of Albuquerque, New Mexico who are graduating high school seniors. Students who are seeking an associate or bachelor's degree full-time and have been involved in community service activities are encouraged to apply. Albuquerque High School students receive special consideration.Show Less

Are you a high school senior from northern New Mexico who needs some help paying for college? If so, the Career Pathways Fall Scholarship is your chance to earn up to $3,000 to put towards your education! To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be current high school seniors planning to attend a trade school or community college in pursuit of an Associate degree or certification in any field. Adults who are returning to school to gain additional skills and land a better-paying job are also eligible. All applicants must be permanent residents (366 consecutive days+) of the counties of Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, Sandoval, Santa Fe, or Taos at the time of application. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, don't hesitate to apply! While you're at it, explore some of the other New Mexico scholarships, community college scholarships, and trade school scholarships available through Scholarships360. Good luck with your applications!Show Less

The SWE Central New Mexico Pioneers Scholarship is for female applicants planning to study a full-time ABET-accredited program in engineering, technology, or computing in the upcoming academic year. Applicants must also be SWE (Society of Women Engineers) members in order to apply. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Civitas Foundation Scholarship is available to high school seniors who live within Civitas' operating counties in Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico. Students planning to pursue an associate or bachelor's degree are welcome to apply.Show Less

The Glenn W. Oyler Memorial Technical Scholarship will be awarded to provide financial assistance to degree or certificate-seeking welding students enrolled in a community college or technical institute. To apply, students must provide a letter of reference indicating how they will use their welding education. While one award will be made to a student attending a technical institute or community college in New Mexico, another will be made to a student attending a technical institute or community college in Pennsylvania. If you're a proud New Mexican or Pennsylvanan welding student, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Rocky Mountain Coal Mining Institute Engineering/Geology Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students at a four-year school who are looking to pursue a career in the mining industry. Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 ($2,000 upon initial application, $2000 for first renewal, and $1000 for second renewal) over a three-year period to a deserving recipient. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of one of the RMMI member states (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, or Wyoming). Additionally, they must be pursuing a degree in a mining-related field or in one of the engineering disciplines such as mining, geology, mineral processing, metallurgy, electrical, mechanical, or environmental. The selected students will receive an all-expense paid trip to the RMMI Annual Meeting and Conference in late June, where they will have the chance to meet industry leaders and attend all of the technical sessions. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to jumpstart your career in the mining industry!Show Less

The Rocky Mountain Coal Mining Institute Technical Scholarship annually awards $1,000 to students from an RMMI Member State who are pursuing a degree in a mining-related field or in engineering disciplines such as mining, geology, mineral processing, metallurgy, electrical, mechanical, and environmental. The monetary value of the scholarship will be sent directly to the college or university to be used as tuition credit for the winner. If you're a resident of an RMMI Member State and are pursuing a mining-related or eligible engineering degree at a two-year technical or trade school program, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The New Mexico Simon Scholars Scholarship is awarded to economically disadvantaged college-bound students from New Mexico who are planning to pursue a bachelor's degree. High school sophomores attending Albuquerque, Capital, Native American Community Academy, Santa Fe, or South Valley Charter high schools in New Mexico are eligible to apply.Show Less

Are you a college student facing economic hardship? Further, are you residing in California, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Puerto Rico, or Texas? If so, consider applying for Macy's Emergency Scholarship Fund! The scholarship is open to full-time university students residing in the listed states/regions who are experiencing emergency financial need. Events that will qualify students for this scholarship include the following: change in family income, loss of job, death of an immediate family member, natural disaster, eviction or home foreclosure, burglary, and fire. Each year, the scholarship awards multiple recipients up to $500 to support them during their times of need. If you're a college student in California, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Puerto Rico, or Texas that has been impacted by an unexpected hardship affecting your education, we encourage you to apply! Show Less

Are you a New Mexico resident enrolled part- or full-time in a public New Mexico college or university and hold a minimum 2.5 GPA? If so, you may be eligible for the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship! The scholarship is awarded annually to New Mexico college students who have graduated from high school at least 16 months ago and have not yet earned a first bachelor's degree. If you're a New Mexico resident who will be pursuing a post-secondary education at an in-state, public university, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Hilcorp Energy Company is a premier independent energy company with a mission, as entrepreneurs, to “unlock energy for the betterment of our employees and our communities.” They are based in Houston, Texas, but operate in Alabama, Alaska, Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Wyoming. If you're a high school in one of these states, you may be eligible for the Hilcorp Future Leaders of America Scholarship! Each year, the Hilcorp Scholarship supports the academic endeavors of graduating high school seniors planning to attend a 2- or 4-year college or university. Applicants must attend an eligible high school; a rotating list of eligible high schools is selected each year from communities across the U.S. where Hilcorp operates. Looking for other scholarship opportunities you may be eligible for? If so, consider checking out the Texas scholarships available on the Scholarships360 platform. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Are you a female, NSPS (National Society of Professional Surveyors) Student Member who is enrolled in a degree program in surveying or a related field? If so, you may be eligible for the Cady McDonnell Memorial Scholarship! Every odd year (e.g. 2025, 2027, etc.), the scholarship awards $2,000 to multiple female NSPS members who are enrolled in a two- or four-year degree program in surveying or a related field, and are residents of one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. To apply, interested students must submit an application form, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a personal introductory letter, a copy of their ID, and a course syllabus or program course catalog. Don't miss out on this opportunity to further your education and achieve your career goals!Show Less

The Bryan Fearey & Maureen Connolly Endowed Scholarship for Science and the Arts is awarded to students who demonstrate an interest in chemistry and have participated in community service, extracurricular activities, music, and/or visual arts. Residents of Northern New Mexico are welcome to apply.Show Less

The Senator Pete Domenici Endowed Scholarship is awarded to residents of northern New Mexico who demonstrate leadership in their schools and/or communities. Students who demonstrate merit through academic achievement are welcome to apply.Show Less

The Sheila Morris Luna Memorial Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who are female residents of northern New Mexico. Students seeking a bachelor's degree in a STEM field at a New Mexico college or university are welcome to apply.Show Less

Are you a resident of the FCC 5th call district (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico) with a General Class or higher US Amateur Radio License? If so, you're in luck! The Fred R. McDaniel Memorial Scholarship annually awards $1,000 to one (1) student pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in electronics, communications, or related fields and residing and attending a post-secondary institution in the FCC 5th call district (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico). Applicants must also hold a General Class or higher US Amateur Radio License. While preference will be given to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher, it is not a requirement to apply. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and honor the legacy of Fred R. McDaniel.Show Less

The ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Scholarship is calling all active Amateur Radio License Class holders and students residing in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming! Applicants must be current undergraduate students or college-bound high school seniors who have been accepted to a fully accredited university. To apply, submit a completed application in addition to a letter of recommendation from a sitting officer of an ARRL-affiliated club who can attest to your regular activity on the Amateur Radio spectrum and within the Amateur Radio community. Each year, one (1) applicant will be rewarded $500 and a 1-year ARRL (American Radio Relay League) membership. Don't miss out on this chance to pursue your calling in radio!Show Less

The Daniels Scholarship Program is open to college-bound high school seniors from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming who have earned a minimum SAT Math score of 490 and a minimum Evidence-Based Reading & Writing score of 490 or a minimum ACT score of 18 in each category. Additionally, to be eligible, applicants' parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must have an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $100,000 or less on their most recent tax return on which the applicant is claimed as a dependent. If you're a college-bound student from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a New Mexico resident (for at least 12 consecutive months) who has been accepted to a nursing program at a New Mexico public university? Further, are you currently or planning to be a full-time nurse educator at a post-secondary institution? If so, consider applying for the Nurse Educator Loan-For-Service Program! Each year, the program awards loans of up to $7,500 per year. However, for each year you serve as a nurse educator, a portion of the loan will be forgiven. If the entire service agreement is fulfilled, 100% of the loan is eligible for forgiveness. The program is funded by the New Mexico Higher Education Department “to enhance the ability of college and university employed nursing educators to obtain Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.” If you want to earn another degree and enjoy teaching your fellow nurses, we encourage you to apply for the Nurse Educator Loan-For-Service Program!Show Less

The Nina J. Wing Scholarship recognizes foster care youth, who are GED recipients or graduates of a high school in New Mexico. Students who are seeking an associate degree at Central New Mexico Community College as an entering or current student are welcome to apply. Those who have resided at "The Ranches" in Albuquerque, New Mexico receive special consideration.Show Less

Are you a New Mexico resident who is currently (or will soon be) attending an accredited nonprofit or public educational institution in pursuit of a certificate or degree in a metals technology program, with a concentration in machine tool technology and welding? If so, consider applying for the David R. Woodling Memorial Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $4,600 to up to two such students who submit letters of reference and a personal essay about their career goals and relevant experiences. If you're from New Mexico pursuing a certificate or degree in machine tool technology or welding, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less