(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.
KEY: Utah Board of Higher Education, Adult Learner Grant Program, Student Financial Aid
Date of Last Change: May 5, 2026
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 53H-1-102