LANL FOUNDATION News:
ESPAÑOLA – High school seniors and current undergraduate students across Northern New Mexico can now apply for up to $20,000 in scholarship funding through the LANL Foundation’s Four-Year Scholarship Program.
Eligible students include residents of Rio Arriba, Sandoval, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Mora, Los Alamos, and Taos Counties, as well as members of Northern New Mexico’s tribes, nations, and pueblos. Scholarships may be used at any college or university inside or outside of the state, and range from $1,000 for a single year to $20,000 over four years.
“These scholarships reflect our commitment to equity and access in education. We are proud to support talented students from all backgrounds, providing not only financial assistance but also mentorship, internships, and connections to a vibrant community of peers and professionals. By investing in their education, we are helping to build the next generation of leaders who will make a meaningful impact in Northern New Mexico and beyond,” said LANL Foundation Scholarship Program Director Mike Ammerman.
With one application, students are considered for more than 30 unique scholarship opportunities, made possible by Los Alamos National Laboratory employees and other generous donors. A committee of volunteer reviewers works to match students with scholarships based on their unique interests, backgrounds, and experiences. Students traditionally underrepresented in higher education (first-generation college students, rural students, and economically disadvantaged students) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Scholarship recipients gain more than financial support—they join the LANL Scholars community, which provides:
Students must complete the online application by Jan. 11, 2026, to be considered.
Application requirements include:
Students pursuing an associate degree, certification, or professional trade credential are encouraged to apply for the Foundation’s Career Pathways Scholarship, which opens Jan. 2, 2026.
The LANL Foundation awarded $1.1 million in total scholarships to 185 students in 2025, with nearly 60 percent of scholarships going to students with demonstrated financial need. A total of $13 million has been awarded to 2,700 students over the lifetime of the program.
Learn more and apply at lanlscholars.org.
The LANL Foundation invites any and all community members to donate to its scholarship program, which benefits students across the region. To learn more and donate, click here.
About the LANL Foundation
Since 1997, the LANL Foundation has been investing in education, learning, and human potential in Northern New Mexico. Through diverse programming and collaboration with key partners, the LANL Foundation works to ensure that all New Mexicans have the skills and confidence they need to be self-sufficient lifelong learners who are engaged in their communities. LANL Foundation is dedicated to the enhancement of students’ access to academic and technical opportunities, leading to quality jobs by supporting college and career readiness in schools, districts, communities, Pueblos, Tribes, and Nations. For more information, visit lanlfoundation.org.
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