Scholarships & Awards

Interpreter Performance Test Scholarship

Up to two scholarships are awarded per fiscal year to candidates wishing to take any interpreting performance exam (can be a retake). The exams covered include:

  • CASLI Generalist Performance Exam (NIC/CDI)
  • Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
  • Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI)
  • Other performance exams may be approved by the committee at their discretion


The scholarship amount will cover 100% of the exam cost in the form of a stipend. Proof of purchase of exam must be received within 24 hours of receipt of funds.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and open at the start of each fiscal year on July 1st. All applications for the FY must be received by June 1 of that FY.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be a NMRID member in good standing for the current fiscal year, including up-to-date membership with National RID. They must be licensed and working in the state of New Mexico as either a certified or pre-certified interpreter. Please submit:

  • A copy of your current NMRID membership card
  • A copy of your current RID membership card
  • Proof of payment and confirmation of an exam date
  • Professional Reference
    A one-page letter that addresses the points listed below:
    • Past involvement with NMRID or RID or your journey thus far in achieving your degree and/or certification goals
    • Your personal interpreting goals (i.e. certification, educational licensure, specialization, etc.)
    • What work you have completed to prepare for the exam
    • Disclose any other financial assistance you have or will receive upon taking the exam
Exclusions:
  • NMRID Board Members may not apply
    Scholarship Committee members may not apply
  • Non-members may not apply
  • Interpreters not licensed and working in the state of New Mexico may not apply

Please put “Performance Test Scholarship” in the subject line and include your contact information (e.g., name, address, preferred phone number, and email address)

Send to nmridscholarship@gmail.com

OR submit application via the “Scholarship Applications” tab on nmrid.org

Interpreter Written Test Scholarship

Up to two scholarships are awarded per fiscal year to candidates wishing to take any written interpreting knowledge exam (can be a retake). The exams covered include:

  • CASLI Generalist Written Exam (for NIC/CDI)
  • Written Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
  • Test of English Proficiency – Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI)
  • Other written exams may be approved by the committee at their discretion


The scholarship amount will cover 100% of the exam fee in the form of a stipend. Proof of purchase of exam must be received within 24 hours of receipt of funds.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and open at the start of each fiscal year on July 1st. All applications for the FY must be received by June 1 of that FY.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be a NMRID member in good standing for the current fiscal year, including up-to-date membership with National RID. They must be licensed and working in the state of New Mexico as either a certified or pre-certified interpreter. Please submit:

  • A copy of your current NMRID membership card
  • A copy of your current RID membership card
  • Proof of payment and confirmation of an exam date
  • Professional Reference
  • A one-page letter that addresses the points listed below:
    • Past involvement with NMRID or RID or your journey thus far in achieving your degree and/or certification goals
    • Your personal interpreting goals (i.e. certification, educational licensure, specialization, etc.)
    • What work you have completed to prepare for the exam
    • Disclose any other financial assistance you have or will receive upon taking the exam
Exclusions:
  • NMRID Board Members may not apply
    Scholarship Committee members may not apply
  • Non-members may not apply
  • Interpreters not licensed and working in the state of New Mexico may not apply

Please put “Written Test Scholarship” in the subject line and include your contact information (e.g., name, address, preferred phone number, and email address)

Send to nmridscholarship@gmail.com

OR submit application via the “Scholarship Application” tab on nmrid.org

Professional Development Scholarship

NMRID will award professional development scholarships worth up to a total of $450 geared towards members who want to pursue further training to improve their interpreting skills. The professional development opportunities covered include but are not limited to the following:

  • Mental Health Interpreter Training (QMHI credential)
  • Center for Atypical Language Interpreting Program
  • Legal Interpreter Training Courses
  • Conference Admission
  • Educational Interpreter Training Courses
  • Medical Training Courses
  • Independent Study Modules
  • Webinars/Workshops
  • Immersion Programs
  • Trilingual Training Courses
  • Formal mentorships
  • NIC/Exam Preparation Courses
  • Others approved at the discretion of the committee


Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and open at the start of each fiscal year on July 1st. All applications for the FY must be received by June 1 of that FY.

All awards will be given in the form of a stipend. Proof of purchase of PD must be received within 24 hours of receipt of funds. Certificate of completion required upon receipt.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be a NMRID member in good standing for the current fiscal year, including up-to-date membership with National RID. They must be licensed and working in the state of New Mexico as either a certified or pre-certified interpreter. Please submit:

  • A copy of your current NMRID membership card
  • A copy of your current RID membership card
  • Proof of payment and confirmation of an exam date
  • Professional Reference
  • A one-page letter that addresses the points listed below:
    • Past involvement with NMRID or RID or your journey thus far in achieving your degree and/or certification goals
    • Your personal interpreting goals (i.e. certification, educational licensure, specialization, etc.)
    • What work you have completed to prepare for the exam
    • Disclose any other financial assistance you have or will receive upon taking the exam
Exclusions:
  • NMRID Board Members may not apply
    Scholarship Committee members may not apply
  • Non-members may not apply
  • Interpreters not licensed and working in the state of New Mexico may not apply

Recipients will meet with treasurer who will pay the stipend to the appropriate program.

Applicants who receive awards must provide proof of attendance and completion with any of the following:

  • Outline of the curriculum
  • CEU sheet
  • Certificate of Completion

Please put “Professional Development Scholarship” in the subject line and include your contact information (e.g., name, address, preferred phone number, and email address)

Send to nmridscholarship@gmail.com

OR submit application via the “Scholarship Application” tab on nmrid.org

Mentoring Scholarship

Up to two scholarships are awarded for those who want to participate in New Mexico Mentoring. The award will cover the cost of the $40 application fee.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and open at the start of each fiscal year on July 1st. There is a spring session and a fall session of New Mexico Mentoring and awards are contingent on acceptance into the mentoring program.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be a NMRID member in good standing for the current fiscal year, including up-to-date membership with National RID. They must be licensed and working in the state of New Mexico as either a certified or pre-certified interpreter. Please submit:

  • A copy of your current NMRID membership card
  • A copy of your current RID membership card
  • Proof of payment and confirmation of an exam date
  • Professional Reference
  • A one-page letter that addresses the points listed below:
    • Past involvement with NMRID or RID or your journey thus far in achieving your degree and/or certification goals
    • Your personal interpreting goals (i.e. certification, educational licensure, specialization, etc.)
    • What you hope to gain from this mentorship opportunity
Exclusions:
  • NMRID Board Members may not apply
    Scholarship Committee members may not apply
  • Non-members may not apply
  • Interpreters not licensed and working in the state of New Mexico may not apply

Please put “Mentoring Scholarship” in the subject line and include your contact information (e.g., name, address, preferred phone number, and email address)

Send to nmridscholarship@gmail.com

OR submit application via the “Scholarship Application” tab on nmrid.org

Business Expense Scholarship

To Be Announced upon Board Vote this Fall!