State Grants
Grants links: Federal Grants | State Grants | Grant Payment Chart
State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG)
- This grant is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Students with the lowest Expected Family Contribution (EFC) are automatically considered for the grant.
- Eligibility requirements include:
-An EFC between 0 and 3,000
-Must not have earned a bachelor’s degree
-Must be enrolled at least half time (6 credit hours and above)
-Must be enrolled in eligible courses in an eligible program of study
-Must be a resident of New Mexico
- Awards are based on the availability of funds and prorated based on a student's enrollment.
- The maximum award is $1,000 per year and is generally awarded in Fall and Spring terms.
- Due to limited funds, it is important to apply early to be considered for these funds. Not everyone who qualifies for an SSIG might get one.
- Click the following link for more information on grant payments.
College Affordability Grant (CAG)
- The College Affordability Grant is awarded to non-traditional New Mexico residents who are not eligible for other education state grant assistance.
- Due to limited funds, it is important to apply early to be considered for these funds. Not everyone who qualifies for a CAG might get one.
State Day Care Grant
- Eligible State Day Care Grant recipients must
-Be New Mexico residents
-Enroll at least half time (6 credit hours or more)
-Have day care expenses.
- Due to limited funds, it is important to apply early to be considered for these funds. Not everyone who qualifies for a State Day Care Grant might get one.
