News: Press Releases
NMHED, NMDWS partner to improve college and career advising for high school students
27 Aug, 2024
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GEAR UP New Mexico has joined with NMDWS to improve the comprehensive and individualized college and career advising provided to high school students.
New Mexico launching fleet of new programs for workforce training in adult education
19 Aug, 2024
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The New Mexico Higher Education Department has approved dozens of education and workforce training programs
Higher Education Department hosts summer capital outlay hearings for colleges, universities
12 Aug, 2024
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The New Mexico Higher Education Department has wrapped up its annual capital outlay hearings on campuses across the state
U.S. Department of Education officials praise New Mexico’s leading work in higher education during state visit
28 Sep, 2023
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New Mexico recognized as a leader in college affordability and student equity
Higher Education Department Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week this September
19 Sep, 2022
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Hispanic students represent nearly half of college enrollees and graduates in New Mexico
Opportunity Scholarship Act passes New Mexico Legislature
17 Feb, 2022
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Transformational scholarship program to benefit up to 35,000 New Mexicans
Changes to state scholarship eligibility coming July 1
29 Jun, 2021
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New Mexico Lottery, Grow Your Own Teachers scholarships open to more students
New Mexico Colleges and Universities Receive $207 Million in Federal Relief Funds
17 May, 2021
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Half of Funds Will Go to Directly to Students In Need
New Mexico Lottery and Opportunity Scholarships Could Support Thousands More
13 Jan, 2021
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Report Demonstrates Success, Continued Need for State Programs
For New Mexico Students, Financial Aid Opportunities Abound
14 Dec, 2020
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$92.2 Million in State Aid Available to Students who Attend NM Colleges & Universities