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Vietnam Veterans Scholarship

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

Verified May 12, 2026againsthed.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.

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

Children of Deceased Veterans Scholarship

Full tuition waiver plus a $150-per-semester stipend (up to $300/year) for books or fees for children of veterans killed in action.

$10,000-$25,000+/year total value

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