New Mexico Vietnam Veterans' Scholarship

New Mexico Higher Education Department

Amount: Tuition and fees exemption
Deadline: Varies by institution
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

This scholarship provides a tuition and fees exemption at New Mexico's public colleges and universities for eligible Vietnam War veterans who are New Mexico residents.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • Demographic: Veteran
  • New Mexico resident
  • Served in the U.S. Armed Forces in Vietnam between August 5, 1964 and May 7, 1975
  • Received an honorable discharge
  • Enroll in an eligible New Mexico public institution

Required Materials

  • Application through institutional financial aid office
  • DD-214
  • Proof of residency

Timeline

Apply through the financial aid or veterans' services office at your chosen New Mexico public institution.

Tips

Ensure you have all documentation proving your service in Vietnam and honorable discharge. Work with your college's veterans' services office.