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Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute

 
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USDA expands SNAP benefits to help students. Click here for more information and eligibility.

 

Low-cost internet and laptops are available for low-income and Pell-eligible families. Click here for more info.

 

Students are encouraged to initiate independent research for other scholarship assistance to supplement their expenses. Students interested in receiving financial aid from the following programs must apply directly with the appropriate agency:

SIPI ADMINISTERED GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS

American Indian College Fund TCU Scholarship

 

Please look out for announcements regarding the application, eligibility and deadlines during each term (fall, spring & summer). To be considered for the summer 2025 College Fund TCU Scholarship, please submit the 1 page paper application to the financial aid office at [email protected] or in-person by July 25, 2025 4pm. The application can be found on this webpage or at the financial aid office window. 

 

New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship

 

The NM Opportunity Scholarship (NMOS) can cover academic fees at SIPI for New Mexico state residents and US students from federally recognized tribes that cross the NM border.

Additional Eligibility Criteria:

  • Enroll in 6-18 credit hours (fall/spring); 3-6 credit hours (summer)
  • Courses must be credit-bearing
  • Have a 2.5 cumulative college GPA or above
  • Have less than 90 total attempted credits
  • Enroll in an eligible certificate and/or degree program
  • Have financial need

No application is necessary. All students will be screened and awarded if deemed eligible by the SIPI financial aid office. If you have a question, please contact the SIPI financial aid office at 505-346-2344 or 505-252-4593 or by email [email protected]. 

 

 

NM Teacher Preparation Affordability Scholarship Program (NMPAS)

 

Rolling Deadline. Awards range from $100 to $6000 based on need.

 

Eligibility:

  • Enrolled in Early Childhood Education Certificate or Degree program
  • Enrolled in at least 6 cr. hrs.
  • Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress
  • Be a NM resident
  • Have remaining financial need, determined by submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

There is NO APPLICATION, all Early Childhood Education students who submit a FAFSA will be considered. Awards are made in the financial aid office until funds are depleted.

 

SIPI Board of Regents Emergency Fund

 

Currently enrolled students who find themselves in dire need of financial support in order to manage an unexpected situation that may cause them to quit school are encouraged to apply. A paper application can be found at the SIPI Board of Regents office (OT 142B) or SIPI Financial Aid Office (OT 143/174) or Dr. Cometsevah 505-922-4093.

 

 

SIPI New Student Scholar Award

 

This renewable scholarship is for first-time SIPI students who are committed to their academic success. All new or transfer students will be considered for this scholarship by the admissions staff.  No separate application is required. This scholarship will waive student fees for full-time, residential or commuter students, including meal plans. To be considered:

 

  • Please complete your SIPI application by the regular fall, spring or summer deadline.
  • Be a First Time SIPI freshman or transfer student
  • Have a 3.0 high school or college transfer GPA
  • Be enrolled full-time at SIPI

 

This scholarship will automatically renew if the student remains continuously enrolled at SIPI, maintains Satisfactory Academic Performance by enrolling in and working towards a degree or certificate program, and receives no Student Code of Conduct violations.

 

 
 
 

 

Location

Student Success Center

Building 101 (South of Hogan)

Applications & Transcripts

800-586-7474

[email protected]

Financial Aid & Scholarships

505-346-2361

[email protected]

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
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