Welcome to the Western New Mexico University Foundation Scholarship Opportunities Homepage

Open: October 1st, 2023
Application Priority Deadline: January 31st, 2024

Award Period: Fall24/Spring25

Important Steps:

• Create an account. (the sign up button is in the top right corner of this box) Don’t forget to write down your login information.
• Complete the WNMU Foundation’s General Scholarship Application.
• Check the “My Applications Tab” to view a list of your “auto-matched” opportunities.
• Complete any “Recommended” applications.

What to Expect after Applying:

• You will receive an email from the Scholarship Manager ONLY if you have been selected. If selected, you will be notified mid – Apiril or after Spring grades are final. Award offers can extend throughout summer and leading up to the Fall semester.

Below you will find a listing of all WNMU Foundation scholarships available to students with brief information about the qualifications for each scholarship. To apply for scholarships, you must first sign up by creating a new user account. Please note that it is necessary for you to REMEMBER your login information – it will be required for you to monitor your status and to accept any award(s). You will then need to complete the General Scholarship Application. After submitting, if applicable, you may apply for additional specific scholarships as ‘RECOMMENDED’ opportunities.

Award: Actual award amounts can vary based on recipient eligibility, available funds, and other factors. Scholarship awards range from $50 to full tuition. There is no guarantee you will be awarded a scholarship, but by applying, you will have an opportunity to be selected to receive an award.

Actions: Upon completion of the General Scholarship Application and any Supplemental Applications, you will be auto-matched with scholarships for which you meet the criteria. These scholarships indicate “None” under “Action” and require no additional information from you for consideration. A limited number of scholarships indicate “Apply” under “Action” and require you to submit specific information for you to be considered. A list of these scholarships can be found by viewing Recommended Opportunities from the Opportunities tab.

Please note that it is necessary for you to REMEMBER your login information – it will be required for you to accept your award(s).

Please contact George Turner, (Scholarship & Fund Account Manager), at george.turner@wnmu.edu or 575-538-6691, if you have any questions or concerns.