Children of Deceased Veterans Scholarship
Full tuition waiver plus room, board, books, and a $300 annual stipend for children of veterans killed in action.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Child aged 16-26; parent was a veteran who was a NM resident at time of entry into Armed Forces; parent was killed in action or died as a result of wounds during a period of armed conflict. Also covers children of NM National Guard members killed while on state active duty.
Covers
Full tuition waiver at any NM state-funded post-secondary school plus up to $300 annual stipend (per current DVS page). Some statutory provisions also reference room/board/books/supplies — verify current scope with NM DVS before relying.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against www.dvs.nm.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the New Mexico state agency before applying.
Other New Mexico Education & Training
Wartime Veterans Scholarship
Tuition, fees, and books at any NM state-funded post-secondary institution for veterans with qualifying campaign medals.
$5,000-$15,000+/year
Vietnam Veterans Scholarship
Tuition and reimbursement for books and fees at NM state-funded schools for Vietnam Campaign Medal recipients.
$5,000-$15,000+/year
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