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 question, please contact the SIPI financial aid office at 505-346-2361 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.

 

 

NM Grown Your Own Teachers Scholarship (NMGYOT)

 

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.
• Be a NM resident
• Employed as an Educational Assistant for 2+ years
• Have remaining financial need, determined by submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Application can be found at the bottom of this webpage or by emailing the financial aid office at [email protected]. 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

American Indian Student Services Scholarship

 

Various Deadlines

Click here for more info.

 

Comar Scholarship

 

Deadline: 5 pm one week before the term starts. 

 

The scholarship provides for payment of tuition, books, supplies, and equipment expenditures, including tools and/or uniforms. The scholarship is designed to assist persons with mental health disabilities to fulfill their academic potential at any institution of higher education in New Mexico. For here for more info.

 

Early Childhood Education and Care Department Scholarship (ECECD)

 

Rolling Deadline. Awards pay for Tuition, Fees and Books.

 

Eligibility:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Enrolled in Early Childhood Education Certificate or Degree program
• Enrolled in at least 6 cr. hrs.
• Work a minimum of 20hrs per week in a childcare position

 

To connect call 505-224-3232 or email [email protected]. Apply online here. 

 

Engineering Technician

 

Deadline: Student Trainee applications are accepted on rolling basis

 

The U.S. Department of Agriculture provides undergraduate level students with challenging internship opportunities. The program is designed to promote public service and create access to higher education for students attending one of the 1994 Land-Grant Institutions, the accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities. Positions available across the U.S. Required Materials: Completed Application, unofficial transcript, and letter of recommendation. For application and information please contact Frank Bannon [email protected]. 

 

 

Indigenous Voices Conference Participation

 

Rolling Deadline

 

Are you interested in education, research, or a career in botany, ecology, or entomology? 

 

The AISES Indigenous Voices project will support college students and professionals interested in attending the Botanical Society of America, Ecological Society of America, or Entomological Society of America annual conferences in 2023. Funding can be full or partial and includes registration to the conference, travel, lodging, and per diem. The review committee will prioritize indigenous applicants. For more info contact Sky Wildcat at [email protected].

 

 

 Laguna Emergency Rental Assistance

 

Laguna Housing Development and Management Enterprise has received funds from the U.S. Department of Treasury to help our tribal members that have been financially affected by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Assistance is available for rent, relocation, deposits, late fees, utility bills, other housing costs such as hotel/motel costs. All payments will be made directly to the Landlord/provider. To apply please see flyer, application and informational letter at the bottom of web page, or visit www.lagunahousing.org.  

 

 

National Congress of American Indians Internship/Fellowship

 

Deadline: TBA

 

NCAI offers fellowships and internships to provide an opportunity for young leaders from across Indian Country to serve on the front lines of legislative action and policy development. All fellows and interns are selected through an application and interview process. For more info go to https://www.ncai.org/youth/fellowships

 

 

New Zealand Think New Study Abroad Scholarship

 

Multiple Deadlines.

 

Students can apply to win a $15,000 study abroad scholarship to a New Zealand University! Learn more and apply here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Mexico Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

 

Disabled persons may be eligible for education and training benefits from DVR. The Albuquerque offices include:

7905 Marble Avenue NE, (505) 232-8701

300 San Mateo NE, Suite 101, (505) 841-6450

Disability Determination Services, 3121 Amherst Drive, NE, (505) 841-5600

 

DVR Toll Free Numbers: 1-800-224-7005; 1-877-475-8226.

DVR website.

 

Students may also contact the on-campus counselor at (505) 346-2319.

 

 

Social Security Administration

 

In specific instances, disabled students may be eligible to draw educational benefits through Social Security. Information on the application process and eligibility requirements may be requested by calling 1-800-772-1213, or visit their website.