College Grant Programs
Federal and State Grant Information
Grants are various monies that are provided for students and do not have to be repaid. You are automatically considered for state, federal, and New Mexico Tech grants when you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Awards and amounts are based on your financial need, availability of funds, and any additional eligibility criteria.
At the beginning of the school year, grants are divided into two equal payments - one each for fall and spring semesters - unless stated otherwise in the grant description.
| GRANT | DEADLINE | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Pell Grant | None |
The Pell Grant is a need-based federal grant that does not need to be repaid. Students must complete the FAFSA annually in order to determine eligibility. Amounts can vary each year. The amount a student is awarded depends on: Expected Family Contribution (EFC) from the FAFSA, cost of attendance (varies at each school), enrollment status, and whether or not the student plans to attend for the full academic year. Detailed information regarding the Pell Grant can be found at: |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | March 1, 2023 |
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is a need-based federal grant that does not need to be repaid. This is a limited funding program; it is strongly recommended that students complete the FAFSA as soon after October 1 as possible, but no later than the priority deadline (March 1) in order to be considered. The student must be eligible for the Pell Grant; beyond that, students who have exceptional need and who have the FAFSA and all other required documents (if applicable) on file by March 1st will be considered for this grant. Detailed information regarding FSEOG can be found at: |
| New Mexico Incentive Grant | March 1, 2023 |
The New Mexico Incentive Grant is a need-based state grant that does not need to be repaid. This is a limited funding program; it is strongly recommended that students complete the FAFSA as soon after October 1 as possible, but no later than the priority deadline (March 1) in order to be considered. The student must be eligible for the Pell Grant and be a NM resident; beyond that, students who have exceptional need and who have the FAFSA and all other required documents (if applicable) on file by March 1st will be considered for this grant. Detailed information regarding the NM Incentive Grant can be found at: |
Notes
Satisfactory Academic Progress must be maintained by each student in order to maintain eligibility for any financial aid program (grants, work study, loans).
*FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. New Mexico Tech's Title IV code for federal financial aid applications is 002654.
** Deadlines represent risk dates. Students who apply after these dates may find they are eligible, but may not be awarded certain types of aid due to limited funding.
Contact Financial Aid
Office Hours: new hours until further notice Monday - Friday 8 AM-4 PM
Location: Second floor of Fidel Center. Bear left at the top of the stairs; we are just past the Cashier's Office
Mailing Address:
New Mexico Tech - Financial Aid
801 Leroy Place
Socorro, NM 87801
Phone: 575-835-5333
Fax: 575-835-6519