College
Affordability Grant
Purpose
The purpose of the College Affordability Grant
is to encourage New Mexico students with financial need, who do not qualify for
other state grants or scholarships, to attend and complete educational programs
at a public New Mexico college or university.
How much is the award?
- Maximum of $1,000 per semester
- Renewable if student maintains
satisfactory progress
- May receive scholarship for a
total of eight (8) consecutive semesters
What are the eligibility requirements?
- New Mexico residents
- Undergraduate
- Attend a public New Mexico college
or university
- Must demonstrate financial need
as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- May not be
receiving any other state grants and scholarships.
- Enroll at least half-time (6
credit hours)
How do I apply?
Each
applicant is required to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA). Contact the Financial Aid
Office at the college or university to inquire about the application
process.
When is the deadline?
Deadlines
are set by each institution.
