New Mexico High School Diplomas for World War II, Korea and Vietnam Veterans

A local school board may give a high school diploma, even after death, to an honourably discharged veteran who left a New Mexico high school to serve in World War II, Korea or Vietnam.

Also called: NMSA 22-5-4.9, NMSA 22-5-4.10, NMSA 22-5-4.14, honorary diploma, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, DVS Form 12.

For: Veteran or service member.

Where it applies

Written for the jurisdictions listed here.

New MexicoState

Sections 22-5-4.9 (World War II), 22-5-4.10 (Korea) and 22-5-4.14 (Vietnam). A local school board "may" issue a diploma to an honourably discharged veteran who was a New Mexico resident attending high school in the district, left before graduating to serve, and was scheduled to graduate within the window: after 1940 and before 1951 for World War II, after June 27, 1950 and before January 31, 1955 for Korea, and after February 28, 1961 and before May 7, 1975 for Vietnam. A high school equivalency credential does not disqualify, and the diploma can be awarded after death on an application by someone acting for the veteran. The Vietnam window reaches back to 1961, earlier than the federal Vietnam era for most veterans. Later service, such as the Gulf War or after 2001, is not covered. Apply through the Department of Veterans' Services with DVS Form 12 and the DD-214.

Thresholds

Thresholds for New Mexico High School Diplomas for World War II, Korea and Vietnam Veterans
Gate	Rule
World War II, Korea or Vietnam windows only	NMSA 1978, §§ 22-5-4.9, 22-5-4.10 and 22-5-4.14.

Sources

NMSA 1978, Chapter 22, §§ 22-5-4.9, 22-5-4.10 and 22-5-4.14Official
NMDVS, state benefits (diplomas)Official

Updated

Last updated 2026-09-30.

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Disclaimer

VetTOC is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense. Information is for reference only and is not an eligibility determination. Verify with VA, the relevant state or territory, or an accredited VSO.