UNM Scholarships

Opportunities listed below are available to students attending The University of New Mexico.

Note: For more information, follow-up questions, and to check on the status of your application with any of the opportunities listed below, please reach out to the funding department/organization directly.


DEADLINE: October 6, 2025  - Patricia V. Bradley Native American Research Award

In memory of Patricia V. Bradley (Diné Nation, HSLIC Librarian 2004–2019), this award empowers UNM students to address the holistic health of American Indians and Alaska Natives: physical, mental, social, and spiritual.

Eligibility:

  • Be a current enrolled UNM undergraduate/graduate student
  • May be at any stage of the reseach process
  • Proposed project must be directly address a topic relevant to Native American health

If you have questions about the Patricia V. Bradley Native American Health Research Award, please reach out to us at HSLIC-AdminSupport@salud.unm.edu. 

To access the application, CLICK  HERE.


DEADLINE: October 10, 2025  - El Mezquite Scholarship

The El Mezquite Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students currently enrolled at the University of New Mexico.  The Selection Committee will base scholarships on educational achievement, leadership qualities, a written essay, and a strong need for financial assistance. 15 scholarship awards of $1,000 will be awarded for the Fall  semester. 

Eligibility:

  • Be a current UNM college student
  • Proficiency in the Spanish language and demonstrated leadership and commitment to advancing the intercultural exchange among students on campus 
  • Be enrolled as a full-time student (12 hours+) at The University of New Mexico during the Fall 2025 semester.
  • Have earned a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA 
  • Demonstrate financial need. 

Applications must be submitted electronically and received by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2025. For more information, contact Celestina Torres from the College Enrichment Program at stiney@unm.edu or 505.277.5321.

To access the application, CLICK  HERE.


DEADLINE ON-GOING - Anderson Emergency Scholarship Program

Emergency scholarships are available for Anderson undergraduate students in need. Emergency scholarships are designed to help students avoid an interruption in their college studies due to an immediate unforeseen emergency. The Anderson Emergency Micro-Scholarship is available to any degree-seeking BBA student who can demonstrate critical financial need for the current semester. Selected undergraduate students will be awarded up to $500.

The most common situations that may lead to a student’s request for an emergency scholarship include:

  • Sudden health emergency
  • The unexpected loss of income
  • Major accidents
  • Death in the family, or family emergency
  • Rent in arrest, and risk of eviction or homelessness
  • Natural disaster

Application Cycle

  • Scholarships are available from the 1st-10th of the following months: March and April in the spring semester.
  • Application must be completed and received by the 10th of the month you are applying for (March 10 or April 10)

For any questions please email us at andersonscholarships@unm.edu.

To access the application, CLICK  HERE.


DEADLINE ON-GOING - Dr. Kevin & Laurie Goodluck Scholarship

The Center of Native American Health (CNAH) supports the academic, social, and cultural needs of Native American health sciences students at UNM. Students will only be approved for financial assistance once per semester and will not exceed the maximum amount of $800 per academic year. Any student receiving an award is REQUIRED to provide volunteer service to CNAH, e.g., participating in or leading a CNAH event and/or activity.

To be eligible for this award, a student must be:

  • Currently enrolled in a UNM HSC degree program.
  • An enrolled member of a federally-recognized Native American Tribe, Pueblo, or Nation.
  • In good academic standing and enrolled at UNM.
  • Has explored other funding options.

Approved Expenses:

  • HSC Program Admission
  • Completing HSC Degree Program
  • Professional Conferences
  • Cultural Event & Activities
  • Professional Licensure

Questions, call CNAH at 505-272-4100 or email them at hsc-cnah@unm.edu.

To access the application, CLICK  HERE.

DEADLINE ON-GOING - Osher Re-entry Scholarship

The University of New Mexico is proud to partner with the Bernard Osher Foundation to provide the Osher Reentry Scholarship Program for returning adult students. The Osher Scholarships are designed to help undergraduate students who have experienced a five-year cumulative gap in their education. Osher Re-entry Scholarship provides up to 50% of tuition costs for selected participants based on a yearly application process. The Selection Committee will base scholarships on a need for financial assistance, commitment to a bachelor’s degree attainment, and focus on entering the workforce upon degree completion. 

Please contact the College Enrichment Program by phone at (505) 277-5321 with questions or for more information.

To access the application, CLICK  HERE.