Forms & Documents

Below you will find forms frequently used for VA Education Benefits and the VMRC Certification Process.

Need to apply for VA Education Benefits?

Students using VA Education Benefits at UNM for the first time should begin by completing the appropriate application through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

➡ Apply at VA.gov

Certify Your Classes at UNM

These forms are required to certify your enrollment after you've completed the VMRC New Student Orientation. Please see below for more information on the VMRC NSO.

Certification Cover Sheet

Required of all students submitting certifications via email

Semester Hold Acknowledgement Form

Required for:

• Chapter 31 (Veteran Readiness & Employment)

• Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill®)

Student Information Sheet

Required for all first-time certifying students.

VA Education Forms

VA Form 22-8691 | Application for Work-Study

• Students applying for a VA Work-Study position should also submit a résumé and cover letter.

VA Form 22-1995 | Request for Change of Program or Place of Training 

VA Form 22-5495 | Change of Program or Place of Training

• Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance

VA Form 28-1900 | Disabled Veterans Application for Vocational Rehabilitation 

CHAMPVA School Enrollment Certification Letter

• Used to verify student enrollment for CHAMPVA eligibility.

UNM Student Forms

Active Duty Military Tuition Waiver 

• For eligible Active Duty service members and their dependents attending UNM.

UNM Military Withdrawal Form

• For military-related withdrawals from courses.

New Student Orientation

First time using VA Education Benefits at UNM?

All students using VA Education Benefits at the UNM Main Campus for the first time are required to attend the Veteran & Military Resource Center's New Student Orientation (NSO).

During orientation, you'll learn:

• How to certify your classes

• Required certification paperwork

• Important VA deadlines

• Common student mistakes to avoid

• Services available through the VMRC

• Meet our veteran and military-affiliated staff

The orientation lasts approximately 2 hours, with multiple dates available throughout the semester.

➡ View Upcoming Orientation Dates