The Arc of New Mexico Higher Education Scholarship Program
Welcome to the Annual Arc of New Mexico Higher Education Scholarship Program! The purpose of this Scholarship is to provide a wonderful opportunity to assist recipients to achieve higher education training in Special Services or Occupational Training programs in New Mexico. ​
What is the higher education scholarship?
The goal of The Arc of New Mexico Higher Education Scholarship is to provide financial support for students with disabilities who seek to maximize their education and career opportunities. The scholarship program application period is open until April 1st each year. The Arc of NM’s Scholarship Committee and Board of Directors are responsible for selecting scholarship recipients from all eligible applicants on an objective and non-discriminatory basis, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, or disability.
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Scholarship Eligibility
The Arc of NM Scholarship Committee and Board of Directors shall select Arc of NM Higher Education Scholarship recipient(s) who, in the view of the Scholarship Committee and Board of Directors, are the most deserving of scholarship awards based upon the objective criteria described below.
Eligibility: Each Arc of NM Higher Education Scholarship recipient must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a New Mexico Resident;
- Verification of acceptance into a Special Services or Occupational Training program in New Mexico; and
- Financial need.