Office of Veterans Programs

Student Affairs & Enrollment Management

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.

• Factsheet explaining this benefit.

Review the VA website to assist in deciding which VA educational benefit best suits your needs (neither the Department of VA nor the NMSU Office of Veterans Programs will provide advice or recommendations).

• 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.
• See an informational Powerpoint about the New GI Bill (Chapter 33).

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also stated that even though they may receive your application; they cannot guarantee your application is withdrawn.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 at 1-888-442-4551.