To be eligible for this program, a student must:

1. A. be pursuing an eligible health profession program, as defined in Subsection C in 5.7.2.7 NMAC, and enrolled in or accepted by an eligible public institution as defined in Subsection G in 5.7.2.7 NMAC;
2. B. be enrolled at the time the loan is awarded and disbursed, for at least half-time in a program leading to a eligible health profession degree/certification, at an eligible institution;
3. C. be a citizen of the United States, or a permanent resident alien, and a resident of New Mexico; and

4. D. declare their intent to practice in one of the eligible health professions as outlined in Section 5.7.2.13 NMAC for at least one year within a designated shortage area in New Mexico.

   [7/15/1998, 5.7.2.9 NMAC - Rn, 5 NMAC 7.2.9, 6/29/2001]