News: Articles by Auriella Ortiz

The New Mexico Higher Education Department’s (NMHED) Financial Aid division is experienced a temporary issue with its Financial Aid helpline phone number on August 13.

New Mexico has been selected as one of eight states to receive a College in High School Alliance (CHSA) grant aimed at expanding dual enrollment opportunities for high school students, particularly in rural and low-income communities.

More than 25 students from seven high schools explored college campuses throughout New Mexico and Colorado to connect with admissions offices, degree programs and experience life on campus.

Starting June 1, New Mexico teachers can apply for up to $6,000 a year in student loan assistance through the state’s Teacher Loan Repayment Program.

College enrollment in New Mexico has grown for the second consecutive year, with a 4.2% increase this spring compared to the same time in 2024.

More than 250 professionals representing 29 New Mexico colleges and universities attended the Second Annual Higher Education Technical Summit April 28 and 29 at Central New Mexico Community College.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed six bills into law that sustain and expand adult education efforts, fund additional loan-repayment programs for high-demand workers and remove financial barriers for New Mexicans seeking a high school equivalency certif

More than 100 middle-school girls explored college and career options in science, technology, engineering and math during the fourth annual GEAR UP New Mexico and STEM Santa Fe Girls STEM Pathways Conference on March 6 and 7.

Today, Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez issued the following statement urging public colleges and universities in New Mexico to forgo tuition increases for the coming semester

New Mexicans will be able to earn a high school equivalency credential at no cost under legislation that was approved by the state Senate and concurred in the House on Saturday, March 22.