R765-616-4. Grant Eligibility

(1) To be eligible for a grant under this section, each student shall: (a) be an independent student on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); (b) be enrolled in an online program at an eligible institution in a field designed to meet industry needs and leading to a degree, certificate, or other recognized educational credential; (c) qualify for Utah resident student status as determined by Section 53H-11-202 and Board Policy R512; (d) complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid; and (e) demonstrate financial need, in accordance with Subsection R765-616-6(2)(f). (2) The Board shall prioritize grant funding for each student who is: (a) from a rural area of the state, as defined by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, which includes all counties except Utah, Salt Lake, Davis, and Weber; (b) classified as low income; or (c) pursuing education in postsecondary programs aligned to four- or five- star jobs as established by the Department of Workforce Services.