Tuition Assistance


Tuition Assistance (TA) is a benefit available to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard. The Department of Defense (DoD) authorizes each service branch to pay up to $250 per credit hour toward tuition costs during the federal fiscal year (October 1 through September 30). Tuition Assistance covers tuition only and does not include fees. Each service branch has its own eligibility requirements, obligated service requirements, application process, and program restrictions. Before enrolling, speak with your military service or Educational Services Officer (ESO) to ensure you make an informed decision.

PLEASE SELECT YOUR BRANCH OF SERVICE TO BEGIN THE PROCESS

 


Effective July 7, 2014, the DoD implemented the following TA policy:

  • Reimbursement for unsuccessful course completion: For reimbursement purposes, successful course completion is defined as earning a "C" or higher for undergraduate (UG) courses and "B" or higher for graduate (GR) courses.
  • Tuition-only coverage: TA covers tuition costs only. Fees, including supporting instructional fees, are not covered.
  • TA is authorized for a one-degree program.  Service members cannot use TA for a 2nd equivalent or lower degree, i.e., no 2nd bachelor’s or master’s degree.  
  • TA must be requested BEFORE the course start date:
    • Marine Corps: TA requests must be submitted 1 DAY before the term start date.
    • All Other Service Branches: TA requests must be submitted 7 DAYS before the term start date.
  • No duplication of federal benefits: Tuition Assistance (TA) will not be authorized for any course if a service member receives reimbursement from another federal source and the payment would result in a duplication of benefits paid to the school. However, federal student aid programs, including student loans, grants, and work-study, are not considered a duplication of benefits.

Admission/Registration and TA Process 

  1. Service members must Apply Online to be admitted.  Please take a look at the New Student Checklist to make a smooth transition to MVP.
  2. Log in to myNMSU to register for classes
  3. Create an Account/Apply for TA with your military portal.  Your military education center will determine your eligibility and approval for TA.
  4. Submit a copy of your STAR Degree Audit Report to your military portal.  Follow the Running a STAR Degree Audit guide to obtain a copy.
  5. Request TA with your military portal for each class BEFORE the term starts
    1. Air/Space Force, Army, and Navy Students:  TA requests must be submitted 7 DAYS before the term starts.
    2. Coast Guard and Marine Students:  TA requests must be submitted 14 DAYS before the term starts.
  6. Email your TA Authorization or Voucher to MVP at mvp@nmsu.edu (attn: Erika Zaragoza)
  7. University Accounts Receivable (UAR) will post your TA funds to your NMSU student account any time AFTER the Last Day to Cancel Registration (Drop online or with Advisor/College) (100% refund).  See the Important Dates for Students. 

MVP Resident Tuition Waiver

On the basis of New Mexico House Bill 427 (2015), military service members of the Armed Forces of the United States (including dependent/spouse of a military service member) that are eligible for Department of Defense Tuition Assistance benefits and/or presently stationed within the exterior boundaries of the State of New Mexico, including Ft. Bliss, are eligible for in-state tuition rates under the federal law.

Students must complete the MVP Resident Tuition Waiver form and submit it to MVP:
By email: mvp@nmsu.edu

PDF: Federal TA flyer