NMHED New Mexico High School Graduates STEM Graduate Scholarship

What is it?

NMHED New Mexico High School Graduates STEM Graduate Scholarship was created by the New Mexico State Legislature with the New Mexico Higher Education Department to increase graduate enrollment of New Mexico high school graduates in STEM fields at public post-secondary institutions.

How much is the award?

This scholarship provides funds to graduates of New Mexico high schools who are enrolled full-time in a master's or doctoral program at a graduate-degree-granting state university in New Mexico in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics program (see examples of STEM related fields here). No student shall receive an award amount greater than $7,200 per academic year. The award will be disbursed in two installments fall and spring semesters. This award may be renewed annually based on academic standing and fulfillment of requirements.

Who is eligible?

  • You must be a US citizen, US national, or permanent resident.
  • These scholarships are intended for full-time students who are graduates of a New Mexico high school.
  • You must be admitted and enrolled full-time in a STEM related graduate program.
  • If you are applying for renewal, please select renewal on the form.

The deadline to apply for this scholarship in InfoReady by August 1, 2025, 11:59 PM (Mountain Time).

Application Requirements

  • Letter of Intent/Personal Statement
  • Current CV or Resume
  • Transcripts – official or unofficial transcripts are accepted. If college transcripts are not available, please submit a copy of your high school diploma or transcript.

Please submit a complete application via InfoReady by August 1, 2025, 11:59 PM (Mountain Time).

Email grad@unm.edu with inquiries about the award.

New Mexico Higher Education Department Graduate Scholarship Coming Soon! 

Please note that Graduate Studies is still waiting for more information about the NMHED Graduate Scholarship. If you would like to have your name added to our distribution list for information about the updated NMHED Graduate Scholarship please send your request to grad@unm.edu.

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