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 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: October 16, 2026 - Michael and Enokena Olson Memorial Scholarship

INLP is now accepting applications for this Scholarship. INLP will award two $250 scholarship awards for Fall and Spring semester. This award is designed to offset the financial burden of attending UNM.

Undergraduate and graduate students must be enrolled full-time at UNM and provide proof of tribal enrollment. All applications are due the Friday after Fall Break and Spring Break.

Your application packet should include the following:

  • Copy of Certificate of Indian Blood
  • Document indicating full-time enrollment
  • One letter of Reference from either a UNM Faculty or Staff
  • A 250 essay describing how this scholarship will impact your financial need
  • A 250 essay describing how the library has impacted your academic progress
  • The Application Form. Use either the webform to submit online or the PDF version of the application formto submit by email or hard copy.
If you have any questions, call us at 505-277-7433.

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.