New Mexico Higher Education Department

New Mexico Legislative Lottery Scholarship

VerifiedScholarship
Award
100% of tuition at New Mexico public colleges and universities, up to seven semesters (three at community colleges). The Opportunity Scholarship can cover the first qualifying semester and course fees.
Deadline
No application; awarded automatically by the college
How to apply
Automatic when an eligible student enrolls at a New Mexico public college
What you'll need
  • No separate application: you are considered when you apply for admission
Who can apply
New Mexico resident who graduated from a New Mexico high school (or earned an HSE or home school certificate) and enrolls full time (15 credits at a four-year, 12 at a community college) at a New Mexico public college within 16 months; achieve and maintain a 2.5 college GPA.
Good to know
Merit requirement is based on college GPA, not high school GPA. Only usable at New Mexico public institutions.
Details
Test optional