Scholarship Opportunity

New Mexico Teacher Preparation Affordability Scholarship

Offered by New Mexico Higher Education Department

Need-based scholarship helping New Mexico students and eligible licensed teachers complete approved teacher-preparation, alternative-licensure, or graduate education programs.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCollege Student, Graduate Student

AI Use Policy

No AI policy is stated

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Institution-Managed Annual Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be a New Mexico resident or qualify for the nondiscrimination waiver.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Enroll at an eligible New Mexico public institution or tribal college.
  • Pursue an approved teacher-preparation, alternative-licensure, or qualifying graduate education program.

Requirements

  • Contact the institution's teacher-preparation program for instructions.
  • Complete the program's scholarship application.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress.

How to Apply

  1. 1Identify the approved teacher-preparation program.
  2. 2Apply directly through that program.
  3. 3Submit the financial and academic information requested by the institution.