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2026 Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships Opportunities Calendar

Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes 
Ron Brown Scholarship Program (postmarked deadline)January 9th UndergradMust be Black/African American, US citizen or hold permanent resident visa card. Must be a high school senior at the time of application
DOE Computional Science Graduate FellowshipJanuary 15thGrad

Eligibility will be extended to: 

  1. Undergraduate seniors
  2. Applicants with no more than B.S. or B.A. degrees who are not enrolled in graduate school
  3. First-year graduate students (M.S. degree or Ph.D. students without an M.S. degree)
  4. Enrolled M.S. degree students beyond their first year provided that they plan full-time, uninterrupted study toward a Ph.D. at: 1) a different academic institution, OR 2) in a different academic department
  5. Applicants with no more than M.S. degrees who are not currently enrolled AND who will not have been enrolled in graduate school for two years prior to resuming graduate studies
  6. First-year Ph.D. students with an M.S. degree provided that they 1) completed the M.S. degree within two years at a different academic institution, 2) completed the M.S. degree within two years in a different academic department, OR 3) prior to current enrollment, they had not been enrolled in graduate school for at least two years
SOARSJanuary 20thUndergrad and Grad
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Completed the equivalent of two years in college 
  • US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status
ISPCR Summer Program ScholarshipsJanuary 26th
Various scholarships offered
New Mexican Women in Tech ScholarshipJanuary 30thUndergrad
  • Applicants must identify as female.
  • Applicants must be enrolled in, or plan to enroll in, a formally recognized college-level program.
    • Credible non-traditional education programs are eligible.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate the need for financial support.
  • Applicants must be pursuing an education in a STEM-related field.
Space Telescope Science Institute Summer ProgramJanuary 31The Space Astronomy Summer Program primarily serves college undergraduates from the U.S. and other countries between their junior and senior years. We also accept exceptional undergraduate students in earlier years and beginning graduate students.
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
Hispanic Association of Colleges and University ScholarshipsOPENS February 1stUndergrad and Grad

Several scholarships available, please look at the requirements for each award

MANAFebruary 12thUndergrad and Grad

  • Primary residency in Bernalillo, Sandoval, or Valencia counties

  • Enrolled, or plan to be enrolled, in an accredited college or university by the start of the 2026-2027 academic year

  • Meet a Grade Point Average (GPA)

    • 2.0 Cumulative GPA, or higher-Entering Freshman to Undergraduate program

    • 2.5 Cumulative GPA, or higher-Undergraduate program

    • 3.0 Cumulative GPA, or higher-Graduate/Professional program

  • Demonstrate a commitment to community service

L'Oreal USA for Women in Science ProgramFebruary 13thGrad

Must have a conferred PhD and have started postdoctoral research position

Entry Point ProgramFebruary 13thUndergrad and Grad
  • Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student for the academic term before and after the desired internship
  • Must have a disability – apparent or non-apparent
  • Must have a grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better
  • Must be living in the United States and legally authorized to work in the United States.
Hispanic Scholarship FundFebruary 15thUndergrad and Grad
  • US Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, or DACA 
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
  • Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school in the US for the 2026-2027 academic year
  • Complete and submit the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races who identify as being of Hispanic heritage
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes 
Gertrude M. Cox ScholarshipMarch 1stGrad

Limited to women who are US Citizens or permanent residents and who are admitted to full-time study in graduate stastics program. 

California Council on Science and Technology

March 2nd

Grad

Must be a PhD student

Horton Research AwardMarch 13thGrad
The applicant must:
  • be an active student member of AGU
  • be enrolled in a doctoral program in hydrology, water resources, or a closely related field such as water resources policy science
  • be enrolled in the program for the duration of the award (one year from AGU's annual meeting where the award is presented)
  • meet all application submission requirements
Grants-in-Aid of Research (GIAR) Program - Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor SocietyMarch 15thUndergrad and GradUndergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in degree seeking programs may apply; Membership in Sigma Xi is not required to apply, but we strongly encourage you to consider becoming a member prior to the grant application deadline.
Association of Dam Safety Officials ScholarshipMarch 31stUndergrad
  • U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents and enrolled full-time at the junior or senior level (during the 2025/2026 school year) in an accredited civil engineering program, or a related field as determined by ASDSO
  • Must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in hydraulics, hydrology or geotechnical disciplines, or in another discipline related to the design, construction, and operation of dams.
ICPSR Diversity ScholarshipMarch 28thGradStudents accepted into graduate program. Scholarship is to enable students to acquire additional preparation in quantitative analysis with the objective of improving academic performance and optimizing their professional advancement. 
1000 Dreams FundMarch 31stUndergrad and Grad

The students eligible for assistance shall be women currently enrolled in high school, a two-year or four-year college/university, or graduate school in the United States. International students enrolled in U.S.-based schools are eligible to apply. 

Ronald McNair Scholars ProgramMarch 31stUndergrad

Students who will have 60 credits by fall 2026 & graduate fall 2027 or later

Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
NM Space Grant Undergraduate Research ScholarshipApril 13Undergrad

These awards fund students to work on research at the level of $5,000 for two academic semesters. 

Eligibility: 

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Full-time enrollment during award period (minimum of 12 credit hours/semester) 
  • Major in STEM field 
  • Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA  
NM Space Grant Graduate Research FellowshipApril 13Grad

Scholarships are competitively awarded based on application information including research project, its alignment to NASA, faculty letter of recommendation and GPA. $10,000 is awarded for two academic semesters. 

Eligibility: 

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Full-time enrollment during award period (minimum of 9 credit hours/semester) 
  • Major in STEM field 
  • Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA 

Requirements:

  • Must be working on a research project of interest to NASA's mission directorates. 
  • Must have a faculty advisor
  • Must present research results at the Annual Virtual Student Research Colloquium
  • Must complete 10 hours of community service 
  • Must notify NMSGC if ineligible 
  • Provide a short-video testimonial if requested by NMSGC office
NM Engineering Foundation ScholarshipsNot Open for 2026High School Senior and College StudentWe are thrilled students in New Mexico have the Opportunity/Lottery scholarship to cover the costs of tuition - but we know students have other expenses and need help!  Please use our new online application form.
BHW Scholarship Women in STEMApril 15thUndergrad and GradWomen who are pursuing an undergraduate or master's degree and are majoring in STEM.
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)  ScholarshipsApril 15th High School and UndergradNSPE Member and US Citizen
HENAAC Scholarships

April 30th

Undergrad and GradMust have Hispanic background and have GPA of 3.0 or greater

Joann Stromberg Leadership Scholarship (SMTA Grant and Scholarship)

 

Not Opened for 2026Undergrad and GradYou can nominate a candidate or yourself in under 5 minutes. Visit the link for more information. 
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes 
American Society of Heating, Refridgerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Freshman ScholarshipMay 1stUndergradAward for sophomore year for pre-engineering or engineering student
American Society of Heating, Refridgerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) High School Senior ScholarshipMay 1stUndergradFor full-time students in first year in college in pre-engineering, engineering, or engineering technology program
UNM Parent Association ScholarshipNot Yet Opened for 2026Undergrad and grad

Undergrads: Must be enrolled in 12 credit hours and have at least 2 semesters left before graduation. 

Graduates: Must be enrolled full time, 9 credit hours or more or 6 hours in conjunction with an assistantship, Masters or Doctoral student with at least two full-time semesters remaining until graduation.

Stephen Bufton Memorial Education Fund ScholarshipsMay 15thVariety of scholarshipsThere are a variety of scholarships and guidelines. Apply as soon as possible! There are limited number of applicants. 
none at this time
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
ABC Humane Wildlife Academic ScholarshipJuly 1stUndergrad and GradScholarship for women that must be studying or planning to study in STEM
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
Solar ScholarshipNot Opened for 2026

Open to NM residents who have successfully completed high school and have a diploma, GED certificate, or other completion award. 

Applicants will need to submit a 300 word essay, resume, and have maximum of three letters of recommendation (not from family members) 

 

Scholarship
Deadline
Status
 Notes

 

Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
Grants-in-Aid of Research (GIAR) Program - Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor SocietyOctober 1stUndergrad and GradUndergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in degree seeking programs may apply; Membership in Sigma Xi is not required to apply, but we strongly encourage you to consider becoming a member prior to the grant application deadline.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Not Opened for 2026Can be a current senior at time of application or completed a Bachelor's degree. See the guidelines before applying. (Fellowship program for Master's or Doctoral Degrees) Must be a US Citizen, permanent resident, or national. 
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
Goldwater ScholarshipNovember 6thUndergrad
Amelia Earhart Fellowship Not Opened for 2026GradFor women pursuing Ph.D/Doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences.
Dissertation FellowshipNovember 30thGradThe Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi annually awards ten Dissertation Fellowships of $10,000 each to active members who are doctoral candidates and are completing dissertations.
Scholarship
Deadline
Status
Notes
Generation Google ScholarshipTBD: Application opens late October 2021Undergrad and Grad 

Scholarship will award $10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or $5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada). 

Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program at an accredited university or college in the United States or Canada for the 2021-2022 academic year. 

*More scholarships for undocumented and DACA students*

 

Scholarship
Status
Notes 
American Indian Science and Engineering Society General Scholarship ApplicationUndergradMust be an AISES member. Matches students with eligible scholarships