General Richard T. Knowles Legislative Scholarship

NMMI scholarship for New Mexico resident high school students providing funding to cover the remaining balance needed to attend NMMI for the academic year.

Geographic Scope: New Mexico residents only

Eligibility:

• New Mexico resident high school students
• Minimum 2.0 GPA for new cadets
• Old cadets must maintain 2.0 GPA and at least "C" in deportment (corps grade)
• Must apply for the scholarship
• Must meet all NMMI admissions standards

Award Details:

• Benefit is adjusted for the needs of each NM resident HS student (not a flat fee)
• All other scholarships are applied first
• Remaining balance is covered by the Knowles Scholarship
• For cadets already receiving the scholarship, amounts are adjusted to cover any balance owed by the family

Program Goals:

• Remove financial burden for families unable to otherwise afford NMMI
• Increase percentage and number of NM HS resident corps members
• Complements the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship for college-aged students and cadets

Requirements:

• Proof of residency maintained by NMMI registrar's office
• Proof of residency must meet State's residency requirements for higher educational institutions

Contact Information:

• Phone: (575) 622-6250 or 1-800-421-5376
• Email: admissions@nmmi.edu
• Address: 101 W. College Blvd., Roswell, NM 88201

How to Apply

1. Complete NMMI Admissions Application
   • Must apply to NMMI as a cadet
   • Must meet all NMMI admissions standards
2. Apply for the Knowles Scholarship
   • All cadets who wish to be part of the Knowles Scholarship program must apply
   • Application required (separate from general admissions)
3. Provide Proof of Residency
   • Submit to NMMI registrar's office
   • Must meet State's residency requirements for higher educational institutions
4. Submit Other Scholarship Applications
   • All other scholarships must be applied for first
   • Knowles Scholarship covers remaining balance after other awards
5. Contact Admissions
   • Phone: (575) 622-6250
   • Email: admissions@nmmi.edu
   • For specific application materials and deadlines