Veterans Affairs
News:
Perry Taylor Memorial Scholarship
Attention Veterans! One of NMSU-A’s very generous and loyal scholarship contributors, Bill and Marge Moore, have donated funds as a memorial gift in the name of Perry Taylor to be distributed in the Fall 2009 semester only. $500.00 will be awarded to two veteran students who have served in Iraq or Afghanistan. Mr. and Mrs. Moore offered this gift to remember Perry Taylor, the son of J.W. and Ruth Taylor of Bent, NM. Please visit the Financial Aid/VA desk to learn more about Perry Taylor and apply for this one time only opportunity. Deadline is July 31st.
Contact Information:
NMSU Alamogordo VA/Financial Aid (575) 439-3632
VA Muskogee 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Am I eligible to receive the Montgomery G.I. Bill?
To find out if you are eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill you may call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) to speak with a Veterans Benefits Counselor.
I am eligible for the GI Bill. What do I do next?
If you are eligible for the GI Bill please come visit the Financial Aid/VA office at NMSU Alamogordo in the Student Services building or contact us at (575) 439-3632. We will help you apply for your benefits and provide more information.
How soon should I start the application process to receive my benefits?
It is recommended that you begin the application process early, since it can take some time to finish.
I have used my GI Bill at another school, but I want to start taking classes at NMSU Alamogordo. Do I still need to visit the VA/Financial Aid office?
Yes, we need to process a transfer form in order to certify your attendance.
If I drop a class will it affect my VA Benefits?
Dropping a class can affect each student differently. It is important that every student contact the VA/Financial Aid Office any time there is a change to your schedule.
I am currently getting funding from the GI Bill. Can I also receive financial aid at the same time?
You may apply for financial aid while receiving GI BIll benefits. To apply for grants and loans visit the FAFSA website at www.fafsa.ed.gov and then follow up with us within 5 - 10 business days.
I have been attending class for two months, why haven’t I received any money?
If at any time you think you are not receiving the proper amount of money or you find you are not receiving any money at all contact us immediately so that we may research the issue for you.
Is it true that I have to contact the VA every month in order to keep receiving my payments for the semester?
This is the case for some students on the GI Bill. Call us to find out if this applies to you. If you know you need to do this, but forgot how: Call 1-877-823-2378 on the last day of each month.
I applied for the GI Bill and have started taking classes. How and when should I expect my first payment?
Usually the VA pays every month for the previous month attended and usually students choose what type of payment (either check or automatic deposit) they want during the application process. Expect a payment by the middle of the month.
I am in the Guard. Can I receive my Tuition Assistance and my GI Bill at the same time?
Yes. But make sure to research this before you do it because in some cases it may be better to use them separately.
Can I apply for the GI Bill as a non-degree seeking student?
You can apply for the GI Bill as a non-degree seeking student as long as you change to degree seeking before your third semester. For questions on changing to degree-seeking, contact the Admission and Records office at (575) 439-3700.
I’m still Active Duty but I will be getting out soon. How soon should I start applying for my GI Bill benefits?
It is okay to apply early however we recommend that you wait to use your benefits until you separate from the military.
Is there a certain number of credits that I need to take each semester in order to receive my GI Bill benefits?
There is no minimum requirement for the number of classes you take; however, the amount of funding you receive does depend on how many classes you take.
