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: May 15, 2026 - 2026-2027 AISS General Scholarship

Now accepting applications for this scholarship. Scholarship offers made by American Indian Student Services are earmarked for student attending UNM-Central Campus.

A complete Scholarship Application must include the following:

  • Comprehensive Statement expressing your educational goals and motivation for applying for a General scholarship.
  • A complete list/directory of student organization(s), extra-curricular activities, volunteer and community service experiences.
  • Unofficial UNM Transcipt (Applicants must have attended NM for a minimum of 1 semester to be eligible for consideration).
  • Fall 2026 Course Schedule
  • Certificate of Indian Blood or Proof of Triba Enrollment.
  • Any additional documentation you feel pertinent to your application.
NOTE: All documents must be uploaded as a PDF. If you have any questions, please contact AISS at aiss@unm.edu or (505) 277-6343.

To access the application, CLICK  HERE.


DEADLINE: May 20, 2026 - School of Engineering Summer Scholarships

Various scholarships are available this summer for SOE undergraduate students registering for 3 or more summer credit hours at UNM’s main campus.

If you have any questions, please contact the Scholarship Manager at elsac@unm.edu or (505) 277-5064.

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.