The purpose of the MANA del Norte (MDN) Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to Hispanas/Latinas who are pursuing a post-secondary degree. In addition, we aim to create an empowering network of women in northern New Mexico who support one another in achieving their college goals and beyond. Read more about
MANA del Norte on our webpage.Scholarship Description
MANA del Norte scholarships are needs-based and awarded annually to college students at all levels of their journey. Community college students are eligible as are students working towards their Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degrees. MANA del Norte is especially interested in supporting women who are first-generation, and/or have other areas of challenge such as re-entering college, or being the head of their household. We also draw from the cultural strengths as Hispanas/Latinas in northern New Mexico to succeed in college. In 2024, we expect to award 10 scholarships of $1000 each although we may offer a few larger awards if there are funds available.
Award Criteria: Scholarship decisions are made by a committee of MDN members, all Hispana/Latinas living in northern New Mexico. Decisions are based on the following factors: Financial Need, First generation to attend a college, GPA, a Personal Statement, a Letter of Reference, and special circumstances and unique needs of the candidate.
Requirements/Eligibility Guidelines
In order to be considered for a MDN scholarship, you must:
- Be a current or former resident of one of the following six (6) northern New Mexico counties: Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe, San Miguel or Taos.
- Be enrolled or plan to be enrolled in an accredited community college, college or university by the beginning of the 2024-2025 academic year, at least half time (6 units/credit hours or more).
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Have at least a 2.5 GPA (verified by an unofficial high school or college transcript).
How to Apply
In addition to the questions below you will also need to submit (1) an unofficial transcript from any of your current educational institutions (high school or current college) and (2) a letter of recommendation from an employer, a college instructor or high school instructor/counselor. Instructions for submitting these documents will be given at the end of this application.
Deadline/Awards Decisions
June 14: Deadline to submit all scholarship materials to MDN
August 15: Notifications are sent to all awardees
Sept 21: Scholarships are awarded at MDN Awards Luncheon, where students and their families are honored
