About NM Lottery Scholarship
Covers a significant portion of tuition at any New Mexico public college or university! Available to NM high school graduates who enroll full-time within 16 months of graduation and maintain a 2.5 GPA. One of the most generous state scholarship programs in the nation.
How to Apply in New Mexico
- Graduate from a New Mexico high school
- Enroll full-time at a NM public college or university within 16 months of graduation
- Complete 12 credit hours in your first semester with a 2.5 GPA
- The scholarship activates in your second semester
- Contact your college's financial aid office for details
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-505-476-8400
Official website: hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/scholarships/lottery
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How much is NM Lottery Scholarship worth?
NM Lottery Scholarship: Worth ~$400/month during school. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$400 per month.
NM Lottery Scholarship: Worth ~$400/month during school. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$400 per month.
How do I apply for NM Lottery Scholarship in New Mexico?
To apply: Graduate from a New Mexico high school. Enroll full-time at a NM public college or university within 16 months of graduation. Complete 12 credit hours in your first semester with a 2.5 GPA. You can also call 1-505-476-8400. Official website: https://hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/scholarships/lottery
To apply: Graduate from a New Mexico high school. Enroll full-time at a NM public college or university within 16 months of graduation. Complete 12 credit hours in your first semester with a 2.5 GPA. You can also call 1-505-476-8400. Official website: https://hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/scholarships/lottery
Who qualifies for NM Lottery Scholarship?
Covers a significant portion of tuition at any New Mexico public college or university! Available to NM high school graduates who enroll full-time within 16 months of graduation and maintain a 2.5 GPA. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Covers a significant portion of tuition at any New Mexico public college or university! Available to NM high school graduates who enroll full-time within 16 months of graduation and maintain a 2.5 GPA. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.