Vietnam Veterans Scholarship

Tuition and reimbursement for books and fees at NM state-funded schools for Vietnam Campaign Medal recipients.

State BenefitNew MexicoEducation & Training

Verified May 12, 2026 against hed.nm.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — New Mexico
Who it's for: Veterans
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: $5,000-$15,000+/year
Where it applies: New Mexico
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Vietnam Veterans Scholarship?

Vietnam Veterans Scholarship is a New Mexico education & training benefit for veterans. Tuition and reimbursement for books and fees at NM state-funded schools for Vietnam Campaign Medal recipients. The listed value is $5,000-$15,000+/year.

Who qualifies

Veterans

Available to any veteran
Honorable discharge required
New Mexico residency

How to apply

Apply through the official New Mexico agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Honorably discharged; NM resident at time of entry OR lived in NM 10+ years; awarded a Vietnam Campaign Medal for service during August 5, 1964 through the official termination of the Vietnam conflict.

What Vietnam Veterans Scholarship covers

Covers

Tuition at any NM state-funded post-secondary school, plus reimbursement for books and fees. Renewable annually with satisfactory progress.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: hed.nm.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Vietnam Veterans Scholarship

Who qualifies for Vietnam Veterans Scholarship?

Vietnam Veterans Scholarship is for Veterans; available to any veteran; new mexico residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Vietnam Veterans Scholarship worth?

The listed value is $5,000-$15,000+/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Vietnam Veterans Scholarship?

Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

Where can I verify Vietnam Veterans Scholarship?

Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.