Scholarship Deadlines

  • The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households (i.e. Pell-eligible). Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Their round 1 application deadline is September 15.

    The Coca Cola Scholarship is worth $20,000 and is awarded to 150 students each year. The first round application requires no essays, no transcript, and no recommendations. The deadline is September 30.

    The QuestBridge National College Match connects high-achieving students from limited-income backgrounds (<$65k per year households) with partner colleges that offer full four-year scholarships. The deadline to apply is September 30.

  • The Evans Scholarship is a full tuition and housing scholarship for high-achieving golf caddies with limited financial means. The application deadline is October 15.

    The Davis New Mexico Scholarship is due 5 PM Friday, October 17.

    The Daniels Scholarship covers the full cost of attendance at its partner schools and up to $25,000 a year at schools outside its four-state region for low-income students in New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah. The deadline to apply is October 17.

  • Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards honor high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community. Youth Award recipients will be celebrated in virtual ceremonies, become part of the broader HHF network of 200,000 professionals will receive up to a $4,000 educational grant to use for their college education or to fund a community service effort. The deadline is November 2.

    The Elks Scholarship ranges from $1,000-$7,500 per year, and is awarded to 500 students nationwide. Applicants are evaluated on their leadership, academic record, community involvement, and financial need. The application deadline is November 12. 

    The Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship is a highly selective, last dollar scholarship that covers up to $55,000 per year of the remaining balance after institutional financial aid. Along with the scholarship, recipients receive personalized advising related to college selection, financial aid, the transition to college, and maximizing the student experience. It is available to non U.S. Citizens. The application deadline is November 12. 

    Point Foundation Flagship Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ and ally students. Recipients receive financial support, access to multiple leadership development programs, mentorship or coaching, and the support of a community of scholars and alumni. The application deadline is November 20 at 6 PM MT.

  • The Hagan Scholarship supports high-achieving students with their goal to graduate college debt-free. Hagan provides up to $15,000 per year in scholarship, plus a $2,000 starter grant, and also gives students money to invest in the stock market. The application deadline is December 1. 

    December 1 is the priority scholarship deadline for most in-state and WUE schools.

    The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. RBSP competitively awards 20 four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship. ​​The deadline is December 1.

    The Dream Award from Scholarship America is a renewable scholarship program designed to help U.S. college students who face significant financial need and have overcome substantial barriers to continue their degree. Award amounts are up to $10,000 per year, renewable for up to three additional years, or until a first bachelor’s degree is earned. Please note that this opportunity is for currently enrolled college students (not high school seniors). The application deadline is December 9.

    The Coolidge Scholarship (for current 11th graders) offers a full cost-of-attendance scholarship to any college in the country for exceptional students interested in public policy and with experience in leadership and service. Finalists attend an interview weekend in Vermont (fully covered for student and a parent). The 25-26 application deadline is December 16 at 6PM MST.

  • The Sunflower Initiative is a $10,000 one year scholarship with the possibility of renewal for female or non-binary students interested in studying at a women’s college in the US or Canada. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was February 1. 

    NMAA Foundation Scholarships for athletics and activities range. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was February 1.

    NM Women in Tech Awards Scholarship awards two $2,500 scholarships to 2 women interested in beginning or pursuing an education in tech or STEM fields. The 25-26 application deadline is February 21. 

    Hispanic Scholarship Fund offers 10,000 students a year support in the form of mentorship, career services, and conferences. Selected students are also eligible, though not guaranteed, to receive scholarships ranging from $500-$5,000. The first round of the application doesn't require an essay. If eligible, students can apply every year, even through graduate school. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was February 15.

    The RMACAC Student Scholarship is a $1,000 award offered to three New Mexican students who exhibit a commitment to learning, demonstrate leadership skills, and are committed to serving their communities. The 2026 application will open on January 12 and close on February 27.

  • Horatio Alger Association administers scholarship programs for current high school juniors and seniors whose families earn less than $65,000 per year and who have overcome challenges. A single application will allow students to be considered for the full range of scholarships. Each year, two juniors from every state win $25,000 and finalists win up to $10,000. You can use the filter feature to look at opportunities for seniors as well, but they are more limited. To be considered, students must submit their application and all required materials by 9 AM MT on March 1.

    The Taos Community Foundation has seven scholarships available to students ranging from $250-$60,000. Some of them are for students in Taos, while others are not. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was March 10. 

    The Women at Microsoft Scholarship Program offers a one-time $5,000 award to twenty-six high school seniors who identify as women and plan to enroll full-time in a tech, engineering, math, or computer science related undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school. The 2026 deadline to apply is 2 PM MT on March 19.

    Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative Electric Foundation & Tri-State Scholarships are two separate opportunities for current high school seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative. Awards may be used at any two- or four-year accredited university, college, or vocational/technical school. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was March 21.

    The Cobell Scholarship is for high achieving, community involved college students who are enrolled tribal members. Students can continue applying each year, including graduate school. The annual deadline to apply is March 31.

  • The Albuquerque Community Foundation has many scholarships available to students statewide. To start an application for any, register for an account. The Sussman Miller Educational Assistance Fund is the largest award available and can award up to $8,000 to cover unmet need for both in- and out-of-state institutions. There is an extensive eligibility quiz to start, and the application has many parts. Current college students may also apply. You can see deadlines for all scholarships here. The 25-26 application deadlines have not been announced, but last year most deadlines were April 3.

  • The Hadden Scholarship awards up to $10,000 per year to high school seniors with demonstrated financial need, for up to four years of college undergraduate study. Hadden Scholars must be U.S. citizens matriculating at a four-year accredited college or university established in the United States. There is a minimum unweighted grade point average requirement, 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application was open Feb 1 - May 15.

    The Cameron Impact Scholarship (for current 11th graders) is a merit-based four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship awarded annually to 15 exceptional high school students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the early application (recommended) was open Feb 1 - May 21.

  • Santa Fe Community Foundation offers three scholarship opportunities. To start an application for any, register for an account. In addition to the regionally-based Michael S. Currier Scholarship Fund and Las Campanas Community Scholarship Fund, the Sussman-Miller Educational Assistance Fund offers awards that can be used at either in-state or out-of-state institutions. It focuses on closing the gap for students who have financial need. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was June 1.

    Mana del Norte Scholarship offers ten awards to Hispanas/Latinasfrom one of the following northern New Mexico counties: Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe, San Miguel, or Taos. Students can be working toward Associates, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees. MANA del Norte is especially interested in supporting women with a cultural connection to Northern New Mexico and who are first-generation, and/or have other areas of challenge such as re-entering college, or being the head of their household. The 25-26 application deadline has not been announced, but last year the application deadline was June 1.