The Presidential Scholars Program

"The Gift of Learning: A Gift Forever"

 

(The application for this program can be downloaded at the bottom of this page)

Program Description:
A most prestigious scholarship at UNM created in 1976-77, this scholarship is offered to selected senior New Mexico residents with proven academic and citizenship skills as demonstrated in the classroom and positions of leadership.  The award is renewable for four years (including your freshmen year) if the student meets specific renewal criteria.  Presidential Scholars must communicate in writing with their sponsor and provide a written record of that communication to the Scholarship Office.
 

Application Deadline: December 3
Approximately $6,300 per year for the 08-09 academic year
(The tuition portion of this award is funded by the Lottery Success Scholarship)
Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Cumulative sixth semester 3.75 minimum grade point average
  • ACT composite score of 25 or higher (or SAT of 1140)
  • Leadership experience with outstanding extracurricular record
  • Statement of philosophy and purpose
  • New Mexico high school graduate

Four (4) year renewable award

Document Title PDF DOC
Incoming Freshmen Scholarship Application

The .pdf file is in a form format, so that you may type in the required fields and print it out.