2026 Excellence Scholarship Application - $1000
Scholarship Objective: for individuals who earned their high school diploma, GED or high school equivalency at least one year ago and desire a post-secondary education in pursuit of career goals. Eligibility: Individuals 19 or older living in NM or those who consider NM their home. Students earned a high school diploma, GED or high school equivalency during or before September 2026. Are enrolled or planning to enroll in an institution of higher education or trade school for academic year 2026-27. All students regardless of documentation status are eligible. Complete Application must include: Application form, One recommendation letter, Personal statement, Resumé, Unofficial transcript (if currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or a trade school)
First Name
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Middle
Last Name
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Address
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Street Address
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City
State / Province
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Cell Number
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Date of Birth
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Email
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I am currently a college student
I am not currently in school but plan to attend the next academic year (2025-2026).
I am currently in trade school
What college/institution are you considering on attending next academic year (2025-2026)?
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Intended/Current area of study
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Individual & Family Background
Please complete the following information as thoroughly as possible. The selection committee will consider the family financial situation as an important element in determining awards. We need to know how you will support yourself while at school and what unmet financial support you need to complete the school year.
Your marital status?
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Single
Married
Divorced
Separated
Widowed
If married, is your spouse employed?
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N/A
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If applicable, how many children?
Will you work during the academic year?
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How many hours per week?
Monthly salary?
Where do/will you live?
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On-Campus
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With Parent(s)
Number of family members living in your household?
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How many are in college, including yourself?
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Parents' current marital status
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Estimated College Exprenses for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
Please estimate the following expenses to the best of your ability.
Tuition and Fees
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Books and Supplies
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Room and Board
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Local Transportation
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Medical Cost/Insurance
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Other Expenses (List)
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Total Expenses
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Estimated Income to Cover Cost for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
Student's Income
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Spouse's Contribution (If Applicable)
Parental Support/Income
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Grants (Pell, State, etc.)
Student Loans
Total Income
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One Recommendation Letter
The person completing the recommendation letter should be a school official, employer or community member who is not related to you and they should sign the letter and print it on letterhead. Your recommender should be someone who can talk about your academic accomplishments, your potential in completing a degree or certificate program, your passion for education beyond high school, and your overall character. Please give the person plenty of time to complete the recommendation letter.
One Recommendation Letter
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Personal Statement
300 – 500 words, double-spaced, expressing your financial need, education cultural, and career goals.
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Resume
In addition to employment and education history, include school activities and leadership positions, civic/community involvement (volunteer work) and any honors/awards you have received.
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Unofficial Transcript
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I hereby certify that all the information on this application, and attached to this application, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the AHCC Scholarships will count as a resource toward my overall tuition cost of attendance. I do hereby consent to the release of information concerning my academic and financial status to the AHCCscholarship committee.
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