1. A. NMDVS shall determine the eligibility of the applicant and certify approved applicants.

2. B. The department shall make disbursements from the fund to reimburse post-secondary institutions for tuition, fees, and book costs incurred by the certified scholarship recipient.

   1. (1) Disbursements will be made following the receipt of an invoice from the educational institution.
   2. (2) The invoice must be accompanied by a certification issued by NMDVS. To request payment the educational institution shall invoice the department on a semester basis.
3. C. Disbursements will be made in the order that invoices and accompanying certifications are received and approved.
4. D. Awards are subject to the availability of the scholarship fund.

[5.7.17.9 NMAC - N, 11/15/2016]