| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|
| Legislative Lottery Scholarship | – Be a New Mexico resident – Be enrolled full-time in an eligible postsecondary institution – Have a minimum 3.0 GPA |
| New Mexico Scholars Program | – Be a New Mexico resident – Be enrolled full-time in an eligible postsecondary institution – Have a minimum 3.5 GPA – Demonstrate financial need |
| TEACH Grant | – Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen – Be enrolled full-time in an eligible teacher preparation program – Agree to teach in a high-need school for at least four years |
In addition to the general eligibility requirements, some scholarships may have additional requirements, such as residency requirements or GPA requirements.
Residency Requirements
Most New Mexico state scholarships require students to be residents of New Mexico. To be considered a resident, students must have lived in New Mexico for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the start of the academic year.
GPA Requirements
Many New Mexico state scholarships have GPA requirements. The minimum GPA requirement varies depending on the scholarship program. For example, the Legislative Lottery Scholarship requires a minimum 3.0 GPA, while the New Mexico Scholars Program requires a minimum 3.5 GPA.
