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: September 30, 2026 - ASUNM Emergency Scholarship

The ASUNM Emergency Scholarship was established to help provide financial relief for students who are experiencing financial difficulties due to this unprecedented time of COVID-19. We recognize that there are many uncertainties regarding employment and other financial obligations that students may have, and as your student government, we wanted to give back to our students and provide scholarships up to $500. ASUNM is awarding ten (10) $250 scholarships for undergraduate students who are selected by the ASUNM Scholarship Committee and meet the required criteria.

Email asunmvp@unm.edu with any questions.

To access the application, CLICK HERE.


DEADLINE: September 30, 2026 - Jenny Marie Ames Memorial Scholarship

The ASUNM Senate established the Jenny Marie Ames Scholarship in memory of our former colleague, teacher, and friend to recognize students like Jenny who demonstrate outstanding character, vision, and leadership qualities.

Jenny served as Associate Justice for the ASUNM Court from August of 1996 until her untimely death on November 7th of the same year.  During her time at UNM, she touched the lives of many students and staff.  While serving on the Student Court, she acted vigilantly to maintain the standards of our Constitution.  She was both fair and impartial in her judgments and was working to revise the Judicial Code to make it more equitable and current. 

ASUNM would like to keep Jenny’s memory alive by awarding these prizes in her name to those students who reflect the intelligence, community service, and determination that personified Jenny Marie Ames. ASUNM is awarding five (5) $1000 scholarships to deserving University of New Mexico Undergraduates that are selected by the ASUNM Scholarship Committee and meet the required criteria.

Email asunmvp@unm.edu with any questions.

To access the application, CLICK HERE.


DEADLINE: October 2, 2026 - 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 2026 semester.
  • Have earned a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA 
  • Demonstrate financial need. 
For more information, contact Celestina Torres 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 - 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.