New Mexico Higher Education Department

06/05/2026

: By expanding the Health Care Professional Loan Repayment Program, New Mexico now offers financial support that is more than double Georgia’s annual award and three times greater than Rhode Island’s. The increased investment strengthens the state’s ability to attract and keep physicians in New Mexico while expanding access to care in communities across the state.

Apply starting June 1 at hed.nm.gov.

Read more! https://www.krqe.com/news/new-mexico/new-mexico-expanding-student-loan-debt-relief-program-for-physicians/

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico leaders are offering even more money to physicians to try to keep them treating patients in the state. A state-wide loan repayment program for full-time and part…

06/04/2026

: Even part-time physicians in New Mexico can now receive up to $75,000 per year in student debt relief through the expanded Health Professional Loan Repayment Program. Previously limited to full-time physicians, the change broadens support for health care workers and helps strengthen the state’s efforts to address ongoing provider shortages and expand access to care.

Applications open June 1 at hed.nm.gov.

Read more here! https://www.rdrnews.com/news/wellness/health-care-loan-repayment-expands-to-address-doctor-shortage/article_163ba874-e2cf-47bd-91fe-e5d71b04e3fc.htmm

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday announced a major expansion of New Mexico's Health Professional Loan Repayment Program, the latest in a series of administration actions to

06/03/2026

New Mexico is making historic investments in education, literacy and student success.

From tuition free college and universal free child care to expanded literacy support and summer learning programs, we are continuing to invest in New Mexico students at every stage of learning.

This summer, 10,000 students across New Mexico will participate in our free Summer Reading Program, which provides small group instruction and focused literacy support designed to help students strengthen reading and math skills before the next school year begins.

Students participating in the program are advancing an entire reading level on average because reading interventions work.

Strong readers build strong futures.

06/03/2026

: Licensed physicians in New Mexico can now receive up to $300,000 in student debt relief while practicing in underserved communities. Through the expansion of the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program, annual awards increased from $25,000 to $75,000 per year over four years, creating a stronger incentive for physicians to serve in high-need areas across the state.

Applications open starting June 1 at Hed.nm.gov.

Read more: https://sourcenm.com/briefs/new-mexico-expands-medical-school-debt-repayment-to-help-doctor-shortage/

New Mexico officials announced the expansion of a medical school debt repayment program to address doctor shortages statewide.

06/03/2026

Enrollment across New Mexico’s higher education institutions has remained on an upward trend, underscoring growing participation in certificate and degree programs statewide. By removing the cost of tuition, New Mexico is helping more students pursue and persist in higher education.

Visit ReachHigherNM.com to learn how you can benefit from New Mexico’s tuition-free college programs.

06/02/2026

: By 2030, nearly 40% of New Mexico doctors are expected to retire, which could create major gaps in health care access across the state. The expansion of the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program will help attract new medical talent to New Mexico and strengthen the state’s ability to meet growing health care needs.

Apply starting June 1 at Hed.nm.gov.

Read more: https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/new-mexico-wellness-wire-expanded-loan-repayment-for-doctors-opens/article_e4e19489-7cf5-412b-be8c-0ab2e3a99b02.html

The governor recently announced the expansion of the program, with the next round of applications opening Monday and closing July 31.

06/02/2026

When students have access to affordable higher education opportunities, they are more likely to succeed!

By reducing financial barriers, the Opportunity Scholarship is helping more New Mexicans earn credentials and degrees that can open doors to future careers and high-paying wages.

To learn more about benefits of New Mexico’s tuition-free college programs and who qualifies, visit ReachHigherNM.com.

06/01/2026

: New Mexico has increased awards for the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program by 200%, strengthening efforts to attract and retain health care professionals across the state. Through a recent expansion, physicians can now receive up to $300,000 in student debt relief over four years while serving New Mexico communities.

Applications are now open at Hed.nm.gov.

Read more! https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/new-mexico-expands-loan-repayment-program-to-attract-doctors-to-underserved-areas

New Mexico is expanding a state-funded student loan repayment program in an effort to bring more doctors to underserved communities and address what state...

06/01/2026

: Applications for the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program have grown by 3,500% since 2019. This year, we have expanded the program to offer part-time and full-time physicians up to $300,000 in student debt relief.

Apply starting June 1 at hed.nm.gov. Read more!

https://www.kob.com/news/top-news/future-of-medicine-in-new-mexico-looks-great-program-expansion-promises-to-fill-gaps/

New Mexico's expanded loan repayment program offers $300K in debt relief to doctors and health professionals who commit to four years of service.

06/01/2026

New Mexico is continuing to invest in student success and increasing access to higher education opportunities statewide. Programs like the Opportunity Scholarship are helping more students take the next step toward their future.
Visit ReachHigherNM.com to learn how you can benefit from New Mexico’s tuition-free college programs.