Active Duty Getting Started

  • Step 1. Apply for Admission: Your sources of funding will determine admissions requirements.
  • Step 2: Complete Waiver: Complete Resident Tuition Application and submit to Admissions office. Please remember to have a valid form of Military ID or Certificate of Eligibility for Veterans Education Benefits with valid ID.The waiver is used to ensure that military and their dependents are being charged in-state tuition and that any online fees can be waived.
  • Step 3. Request Transcripts: It is a requirement to send all prior college, military (Including CCAF) and high school transcripts. Remember: Transcripts must come from one institution directly to our institution. You can request military Transcripts here:

    You must submit CCAF transcripts to NMSU-A even if you are getting your degree through CCAF

  • Step 4. Register for Classes