Distribution Of Funds

(1) TSAC shall create a certification roster for each institution. The roster shall contain students who have met all requirements to receive a Tennessee Reconnect Grant award. (2) The eligible postsecondary institution shall certify each student’s eligibility for a financial award from the Tennessee Reconnect Grant program based on eligibility requirements established in these rules. (3) Once the eligible postsecondary institution has certified the student’s eligibility for a financial award, the certification information shall be electronically transmitted to TSAC. (4) TSAC shall process a payment request directly to the eligible postsecondary institution on behalf of all Tennessee Reconnect Grant recipients who are eligible for a financial award. No funds shall be disbursed directly to the students or a Navigate Reconnect Program.