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Opportunity Scholarship
Who Qualifies
- New Mexico residents looking to start or restart education and training.
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in a WNMU certificate, associate or bachelor’s degree program.
- Students attending WNMU 100% online, in-person or hybrid formats.
Tuition & Fees
Up to 100% of the costs associated with earning a certificate or undergraduate degree are covered so you can focus on what really matters.
On Your Schedule
Full-time or part-time, the cost of your education and training is covered because no one should have to choose between life’s necessities and a successful future.
New Mexico Resident Merit Scholarships
New Mexico residents entering WNMU as first-time freshmen can earn a four-year merit scholarship package based on high school GPA and ACT or SAT score. Every package covers full in-state tuition and applicable fees for 15–18 credits per semester, plus a yearly housing scholarship for students living in WNMU housing.
Deadlines for New Mexico residents
- Apply to WNMU by December 1
- Submit preliminary high school transcripts by March 1
- Submit ACT or SAT scores by March 1
| Package | To qualify (high school GPA and test score) | Tuition and fees | Housing scholarship | To renew (up to 7 more semesters) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 3.75 GPA and 21 ACT or 1060 SAT | Full in-state tuition and applicable fees, 15–18 credits per semester | $2,000 per year | 3.5 cumulative GPA and at least 15 credit hours each fall and spring semester, consecutively |
| Silver | 3.5 GPA and 20 ACT or 1020 SAT | Full in-state tuition and applicable fees, 15–18 credits per semester | $1,500 per year | 3.25 cumulative GPA and at least 15 credit hours each fall and spring semester, consecutively |
| Copper | 3.0 GPA and 19 ACT or 980 SAT | Full in-state tuition and applicable fees, 15–18 credits per semester | $1,000 per year | 3.0 cumulative GPA and at least 15 credit hours each fall and spring semester, consecutively |
What the package covers
- Tuition and applicable fees
- Housing scholarship (WNMU housing only)
Non-Resident Merit Scholarships
Out-of-state first-time freshmen can earn a merit package that reduces or covers tuition and includes a yearly housing scholarship for students living in WNMU housing.
Deadlines for out-of-state students
- Apply to WNMU by December 1
- Submit preliminary high school transcripts and ACT or SAT scores by March 1
| Package | To qualify (high school GPA and test score) | Tuition | Housing scholarship | To renew (up to 7 more semesters) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Tower | 3.75 GPA and 23 ACT or 1130 SAT | Full tuition, 15–18 credits per semester | $2,000 per year | 3.5 cumulative GPA and at least 15 credit hours each fall and spring semester, consecutively |
| Tree Rock | 3.5 GPA and 21 ACT or 1060 SAT | Qualifies for in-state tuition rates and pays half of in-state tuition, 15–18 credits per semester | $2,000 per year | 3.25 cumulative GPA and at least 15 credit hours each fall and spring semester, consecutively |
| Light Hall | 3.0 GPA and 19 ACT or 980 SAT | Qualifies for in-state tuition rates, 15–18 credits per semester | $1,000 per year | 3.0 cumulative GPA and at least 15 credit hours each fall and spring semester, consecutively |
Non-resident merit packages provide out-of-state tuition assistance and a housing scholarship (WNMU housing only).
Transfer students
Transferring from another New Mexico college
- If you received state scholarship aid, such as the Opportunity or Lottery Scholarship, at any New Mexico college, you must provide a New Mexico Scholarship Transfer Transcript (NMSTT) form (PDF) from each of those schools.
- Your state scholarship will not be released until we receive all NMSTT forms. In some cases the NMSTT requirement may be waived; ask your financial aid counselor.
- Send official transcripts to the Office of Admissions. For state scholarship purposes, the Office of Financial Aid can accept unofficial transcripts to determine eligibility.
Non-Resident Transfer Scholarship
Out-of-state transfer students with a strong college record can receive full out-of-state tuition plus a housing scholarship.
To qualify
- Apply to WNMU by December 1
- Submit all college transcripts by March 1
- Have at least 60 transferable credit hours or an associate degree (AA/AS)
- Have a 3.75 cumulative college GPA
What it covers
- Full out-of-state tuition for 15–18 credits per semester. This includes the Colorado, El Paso, Arizona, Competitive or other tuition award or waiver.
- $2,000 per year housing scholarship for students living in on-campus housing and working toward a first bachelor’s degree