December 2, 2026
Presidential Scholarship
Direct application
$6,000
75 winners
Eligibility
Location
New Mexico
School
University of New Mexico
Education level
Undergraduate
Year of study
First year
Grades
GPA 3.75+
About this scholarship
New Mexico resident high school seniors applying to the University of New Mexico as incoming freshmen may compete for the Presidential Scholarship. Applicants need at least a 3.75 GPA and must complete both admissions and the scholarship application by the stated deadlines during their senior year.
Recipients receive approximately $6,000 per year. Up to 75 awards are available. The scholarship is renewable for four years if students complete 15 new credit hours with a 3.0 GPA each fall and spring semester and submit a thank-you letter by December 1 each year.
The award recognizes academic strength and citizenship skills shown in the classroom and in leadership roles.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- Thank you-letter
- Complete both the University of New Mexico admissions application and scholarship application during senior year.
- For renewal, complete 15 new credit hours with a 3.0 GPA each fall and spring semester and submit a thank-you letter annually.