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    Student Incentive Grant

    New Mexico Higher Education Department · State program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    $200 to $2,500

    $200 - $2,500 per year

    Deadline

    Student shall contact institution for eligibility period.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    The Student Incentive Grant, administered by the New Mexico Higher Education Department, provides financial assistance to undergraduate students attending public postsecondary institutions or tribal colleges within the state. To qualify, applicants must be New Mexico residents who have earned a high school diploma or an equivalent credential. Additionally, students must enroll at least half-time and demonstrate financial need as determined by their chosen institution.

    The award amount ranges from $200 - $2,500 per year. Recipients can renew the funding annually until they complete their bachelor's degree, provided they continue to meet the eligibility requirements. To apply, students must coordinate with the financial aid office at their respective college or university, as the institution manages the application process and evaluates financial need. For the application timeline, the student shall contact institution for eligibility period.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of New Mexico
    • Undergraduate
    • College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 2-year college, 4-year college, public college
    • Must be a New Mexico resident enrolled at least half-time at a New Mexico public college, university, or tribal college. Must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent.

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    Award details

    Amount
    $200 to $2,500
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    Yes, in later years if you stay eligible
    Merit-based
    No
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    No

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      Student shall contact institution for eligibility period.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: Student shall contact institution for eligibility period.

    How to apply

    1. Students must contact the financial aid office at their attending New Mexico public or tribal institution to receive application instructions.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    New Mexico Higher Education Department
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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