News: Press Releases

Student debt relief granted to nearly 400 teachers working in New Mexico classrooms

Nearly 400 teachers will be receiving student loan forgiveness this year through the state’s Teacher Loan Repayment Program, part of New Mexico’s ongoing effort to build and strengthen the teacher pipeline.

Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez receives   Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities announced on November 3 that New Mexico’s Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez received its Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award.

Student debt relief granted to more than 400 health professionals working in New Mexico

The New Mexico Higher Education Department is awarding student debt relief payments to more than 400 health professionals through the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program.

New Mexico’s Opportunity Scholarship receives national recognition   for free college tuition policy

The New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship has received the National Impact Award from College Promise, a leading national nonprofit advocacy group that promotes college accessibility.

Higher Education Department completes capital outlay hearings  

The New Mexico Higher Education Department has concluded its annual summer capital outlay hearings, traveling over 700 miles across New Mexico to visit college and university campuses across the state, where agency leaders and state financial experts solic

State awarded national grant to expand dual enrollment access

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.

GEAR UP New Mexico hosted Summer Tribal College Bus Tour

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.

New Mexico teachers can now apply for up to $6,000 in student loan help

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 continues to rise in New Mexico

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.

Higher Education Technical Summit draws 250 attendees

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.