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The NMPED National Board Scholarship is available to educators who are licensed with the state of New Mexico. Through funding appropriated annually by the NM Legislature, the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) is able to award up to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) in grants to eligible educators who are seeking certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

REQUIREMENTS

A educator is eligible to apply if:

  • They are a resident of New Mexico (J1, J2, and H1B visa holders are not eligible); and
  • They hold a valid level 2 or level 3A NM teaching license; and
  • They are a full-time educator of record at a New Mexico public school in the 2025-26 school year; and
  • They submit a letter of reference from their current principal.

The Department will prioritize awards for candidates seeking initial certification, in high needs areas, however a small amount may be set aside to support educators who are in the process of renewing their certification.

 

APPLICATIONS

The SY25-26 scholarship application window will open on Monday, April 14th 2025 and remain open until Friday, June 27th  2025. The link to the application will be available on this page: LINK. Questions? Email: Educator.Pathways@ped.nm.gov

For eligibility requirements and general FAQs: NM NBCT Scholarship FAQs SY25-26 Cycle

Please keep in mind, one will be reimbursed once the scholarship has been awarded, and upon submission of proof of component completion (detailed instructions will be provided in the scholarship award letter). Reimbursement will only be covered for components that are purchased and completed between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026.

 

AWARDS

Scholarships are awarded annually. [Funding for scholarships is contingent on legislative funding.]

 

AWARDEES

Congratulations to educators from across New Mexico who were awarded a scholarship to pursue their National Board Certification:

 

RESOURCES

New Mexico National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) Network

8100 Wyoming Blvd., NE M4-346

Albuquerque, NM 87113

Email: Katie Lake, President of NM NBCT Network, katrina.lake@nmnbctnetwork.com

CONTACTS

For all questions related to the New Mexico-National Board for Professional Teaching Standards scholarship opportunity, please email educator.pathways@ped.nm.gov.