Post 9/11 GI Bill

Information about New GI Bill

The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 or “New GI Bill” has been enacted into law. Click here a factsheet explaining this new benefit. Please review the VA website to assist in deciding which VA educational benefit best suits your needs (the Department of VA or NMSU VA Programs Office will not provide advice or recommendations).

Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the major changes contained in the law. This list will be continuously updated, so you may wish to check back several times.

Check out a new informational Powerpoint about the New GI Bill (Chapter 33) by clicking here.

To Withdraw Your Post 9/11 Application

Students can submit a written request withdrawing their Post 9/11 application, Written requests should be faxed to the VA Regional Office prior to August 1, 2009 (918-781-7863).

The Educational Liaison Representative also stated that even though they may receive your application; they cannot guarantee your application is withdrawn.

If you have any questions, please contact the VA Regional Office, 1-888-442-4551.