Be Bold. Be U.
Everyone's college journey is different. What's yours?
There is no one else quite like you, so why not attend a university that caters to your uniqueness? It’s always a great day to be an Aggie!
Be Bold. Be U.
Everyone's college journey is different. What's yours?
There is no one else quite like you, so why not attend a university that caters to your uniqueness? It’s always a great day to be an Aggie!
Experience NMSU tuition free
NMSU consistently provides one of the best educational values in the country. With nearly 100 undergraduate programs and 200+ campus clubs and organizations, NMSU offers countless opportunities to enhance your college experience, without breaking the bank. The Opportunity and Lottery scholarships provide an additional resource to New Mexico residents to help cover the cost of tuition and fees.
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Am I eligible?
To be eligible for the Opportunity and Lottery scholarships, you need to be a resident of New Mexico, enrolled as a part-time or full-time student and must be admitted to a bachelor’s degree program at the Las Cruces campus or NMSU Global Campus.
What does it cover?
Tuition and fees! You can stack other aid such as Pell Grants, local and private scholarships so those funds can be used to pay for books, materials, housing, food and other college costs.
Are there requirements for renewal?
Maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) beginning with the first semester you receive the scholarship and continue to make Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Do I have to apply for the scholarship?
There is no application needed! Eligible NMSU students will be contacted by our financial aid office.
I didn’t finish my degree, am I still eligible?
Yes! If you have less than 90 credit hours on your transcript toward an associate degree or less than 160 toward a bachelor's degree, you may qualify.
Get to know NMSU
Top-tier college for 21st-century students
Explore the many exciting opportunities to shape your future at NMSU. Our dedicated professors provide the resources our students need to achieve their best and meet their academic and personal goals. Inside and outside of the classroom, NMSU professors actively engage with undergraduate and graduate students, offering individual attention in a learning-centered environment.
Our 21st-century degree programs, innovative research activities and unwavering commitment to improving lives have continually been recognized on the national stage. Together, we will create an exciting path to your success!
Success is within reach
Freshman Requirements
Students who meet the minimum high school requirements of the state from which they receive a high school diploma, must meet ONE of the following criteria in order to be admitted:
- Cumulative high school GPA of 2.75
- ACT composite score of 21 or SAT score of 1060
- Ranked in the top 20 percent of their graduating class
Transfer Requirements
Transfer students must meet ALL of the following criteria in order to be admitted:
- Application for admission and official college transcripts or e-transcripts must be mailed directly from each college or university attended
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0
- 30 completed credit hours*
- Must be eligible to return to your last college or university
*Students with fewer than 30 completed college credit hours must fulfill the freshman admission requirements and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Requirements for Military and Veterans
NMSU is a military and veteran friendly university. NMSU degree programs are approved by the State Approving Agency Directory at the New Mexico Higher Education Department. Eligible students may receive education benefits from the U.S. Department of Defense or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Application for admission and official military, college, and high school transcripts or e-transcripts mailed directly from each college or university attended
Still unsure about taking the next step?
Your academic journey: guiding you toward success
We recognize that the next chapter in your life will bring both moments of happiness and hurdles. But don’t worry, we're all in this together — faculty, staff, and students — because we know the hard work and dedication that is required to earn a degree. Throughout this academic journey, the NMSU community will stand beside you, supporting you every step of the way.