FAQ
Are 4+1 students eligible?
Yes, so long as the MSc to be completed will be a Plan I (thesis-based) degree.
If I am an international student, can I be a RAISE Fellow?
International students can participate in RAISE activities and courses, but cannot receive stipends, or support for tuition, fees, or benefit.
Are MSc Plan III students eligible to participate in RAISE?
MSc Plan III students in RAISE affiliated departments can participate in RAISE activities, but cannot be recipients of the RAISE Fellowship.
Can I apply for a RAISE Fellowship if I am enrolled at another institution?
The RAISE Fellowship is an opportunity for students who are currently or will be enrolled at The University of New Mexico at the Fall semester start of the RAISE program.
Which departments are “RAISE affiliated”?
In the School of Engineering, RAISE affiliated departments are Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering. In the College of University Libraries and Library Sciences, Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences is a RAISE affiliated department.
Which RAISE activities are open to students who are not RAISE Fellows?
UNM students who are not RAISE Fellows are welcome to participate in RAISE core courses and seminar series.
Who do I talk to if I have more questions?
Please email the RAISE Program Specialist, Ms. Marisa DeLeon (mdleon11@unm.edu) or the RAISE Program Director, Dr. Meeko Oishi (oishi@unm.edu) with any questions or concerns about the RAISE program.
Important Dates
Applications due for primary consideration: February 18, 2025
Notification: March 3, 2025
Start of program: August 21, 2025
Application Materials
- Application form
- CV
- Three letters of recommendation from people who can attest to your interests, potential to excel in graduate research, and aptitudes. Please see application form for additional details on requested information.
