Scholarships
Scholarship Application Update
For Current A&S Scholars
Apply to Renew Your Current Scholarship
THE LINK ABOVE APPLIES ONLY TO THE SCHOLARSHIPS LISTED BELOW
The College of Arts & Sciences Dean’s Office Scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year are now open.
Apply using this link to be considered for any of the endowments listed immediately below that you may be qualified for.
Applications will be accepted through May 15, 2026. This single application covers all scholarships listed on our website. For questions, please contact asawards@unm.edu. Click here to apply.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Main UNM campus (Albuquerque location) students only
- Undergraduate students pursuing their first BA or BS degree
- Students must have completed least 30 completed credit hours by Fall 2026
- FAFSA must be submitted prior to the deadline to determine financial need (International students can complete a UNM State Aid application in place of the FAFSA information: please click application link for more details)
- Preference given to students enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more)
If you have questions, please contact asawards@unm.edu .
Below is a list of the Dean's Office Scholarships for informational purposes. Please apply at the link above to be considered for any awards you may qualify for.
For any A&S major
Criteria: GPA of at least 2.0, student may be part-time or full-time.
Enrollment in the areas of English, Modern and Classical Languages, Philosophy, American Studies or History.
Criteria:
- Declared major in one of the above areas of study
- Demonstrated academic achievement (3.0 or better GPA)
- Selection shall not be based on sex, race, religion, color, national origin, or residence
Scholarship may be awarded to the same student in successive semesters provided the recipient is making satisfactory academic progress toward a degree and maintaining a 3.0 or better GPA. The award may be used to pay for tuition, books, fees and other charges required by the University of New Mexico.
Applies to any A&S major
Criteria:
Must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, be enrolled full-time.
For students who have demonstrated an interest and have background in conflict resolution, transformation and peacemaking. Majors include but not limited to: Political Science, Africans Studies, Anthropology, Religious Studies, Women Studies, International Studies, and American Studies (Peace Studies).
Criteria:
Full or part time, grad or undergrad, financial need-based, "good" academic standing, Preference given to Political Science majors, or any A&S major.
Applies to all A&S majors.
Criteria:
- Current GPA of at least 2.5 to maintain eligibility
- Be students returning to higher education after an absence of at least a year
- Taking at least 9 credit hours to maintain eligibility
Applies to any A&S major.
Criteria:
- Declared major in any discipline within the College of Arts and Sciences
- Preferably a New Mexico resident
- Graduated in the top 1/5 of his/her high school class or have above average academic record if already a student at UNM
- Demonstrate financial need
A scholarship divided among colleges of Arts & Sciences, Education and Fine Arts. It is awarded to full-time undergraduate students majoring in Education, Humanities, English, Music or Science.
General Notes:
Scholarship may be awarded to the same student in successive semesters for up to 4 years provided the recipient continues to meet the requirements.
Criteria:
- Declared major in one of the above areas of study
- Student must have demonstrated academic achievement by maintaining a 3.4 or better GPA
- Student must be a full-time undergraduate enrolled in the Humanities, English or Science
Selection shall not be based on sex, race, religion, color, national origin or residence of the applicant.
This award is for outstanding scholars in the humanities and social sciences.
Criteria:
GPA 3.0 or better.
The Scholarship is for Undergraduate Students in Science and the Arts, with emphasis in Music and performing arts.
General Notes:
No grade point requirements.
Criteria:
- Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate in the UNM College of Arts & Sciences
- Demonstrate financial need for scholarship assistance. Need shall be defined according to the guidelines established by the UNM Scholarship Office
- Provide a personal statement
Have combined interests and actively pursue education in both the sciences (specifically Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Earth Sciences) AND the Arts (specifically as a band member, a music minor or similar involvement in the creative or performing arts).
Need-based scholarship for New Mexico Residents.
Criteria:
The recipients of this scholarship must:
- Must be enrolled full time in the UNM College of Arts & Sciences
- Demonstrate financial need for scholarship assistance
- Need shall be defined according to the guidelines established by the UNM Scholarship Office. Must be a resident of the State of New Mexico
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or above
Need-based Scholarship for A&S majors.
General Notes:
Recipients should be willing to meet the donors of the scholarship as they will be introduced to them at time of award.
Criteria:
The recipients of this scholarship must:
- Must be enrolled full-time in the UNM College of Arts & Sciences
- Demonstrate financial need for scholarship assistance. Need shall be defined according to the guidelines established by the UNM Scholarship Office
- Must be a resident of New Mexico and ineligible for the NM Lottery Scholarship
- Be an undergraduate above sophomore level
- Provide a personal statement
- GPA of 2.5 or above and making academic progress
- This award may also be granted to a former student athlete who is no longer receiving an athletic scholarship because he/she has: 1. Exhausted eligibility but has not yet completed an undergraduate degree, 2. Family/personal reasons that preclude the ability to remain a student athlete
A scholarship awarded to students majoring in Government, Social Studies, History, Economics, Sociology, Law or Religion.
Criteria:
- Study in Government, Social Studies, History, Economics, Sociology, Law, or Religion
- 3.0 GPA minimum
A&S Summer Scholarships (For undergraduates)
Arts & Sciences Summer 2026 Scholarships are intended to support students in maintaining steady academic progress toward their degree or preserving their scholarship eligibility. Students who have previously received an A&S Scholarship or an A&S Summer Success Grant are welcome to apply for an A&S Summer Success Grant. However, priority will be given to applicants who have not yet received either form of funding.
General Eligibility:
- Undergraduate students with a declared major in an Arts & Sciences academic program
- Students enrolled in at least six credit hours during the Spring 2026 semester
- Students planning to enroll in at least one Arts & Sciences class during the summer 2026 semester
- Albuquerque main campus undergraduate students only
- Demonstrate financial need
Preference: Students nearing completion of their BA/BS degree who need a summer course to graduate and remain on track for Summer or Fall 2026 completion. Click here: Arts & Sciences Summer 2026 Scholarship application
Summer Scholarship Due Dates:
- Summer Scholarships: Due by April 30
- Summer Travel Awards: Due by May 8
Available to undergraduate students who have a declared major in an Arts & Sciences academic program. Students should currently be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours in Spring 2026 in order to apply.
Criteria: Students must take an A&S course in the Summer 2026 to:
- Graduate in Summer
- Continue making satisfactory progress in their degree program; or
- Maintain their scholarship eligibility
Students who have previously received an A&S Scholarship or an A&S Summer Success Grant are eligible to apply for an A&S Summer Success Grant. However, during the selection process applicants who have not previously received an A&S Scholarship or Summer Success Grant will receive priority.
Due by April 30
C. T. French Scholarship is available to full-time undergraduate students who have declared a major in an A&S academic program.
Criteria:
- G.P.A. of 3.75 or above
- Must take an A&S course during Summer 2026 to graduate in Summer 2026 or Fall 2026
- Demonstrate financial need
Due by April 30
Open to all A&S majors.
Criteria:
- For full-time undergraduate students who have declared major in an A&S academic program
- Earned a minimum of 30 credit hours
- Must need to take an A&S course during Summer 2026 to retain or regain their Lottery Scholarship
Due by April 30
Purpose:
The A&S Summer Travel Scholarships aim to support A&S majors undertaking courses with a travel component at the end of the spring semester or during the summer semester. These scholarships, totaling up to $1,300, are designed to facilitate students' academic experiences by offsetting travel expenses.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be an A&S major. See list of majors here: A&S majors.
- Enrolled in an A&S course that requires travel at the end of the Spring 2026 semester or during the Summer 2026 semester.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress as per UNM Financial Aid office guidelines. (Minimum of 2.5 GPA).
Required Application Material:
1. Personal Statement:
- Briefly describe the A&S summer course and how it enhances your academic experience. (Half-page limit).
2. Student Schedule:
- Include the course requiring travel.
Due by May 8



