Section 36-9-78 - Qualification criteria for education assistance scholarship

36-9-78. Qualification criteria for education assistance scholarship.To qualify for the nurses' education assistance scholarship program the applicant shall meet the following criteria:(1)Be a citizen of the United States and a South Dakota resident for a minimum of one year immediately preceding the date of application;(2)Meet the criteria established by the South Dakota Board of Nursing;(3)Be accepted into a board approved nursing education program for licensed practical nurses or registered nurses whether leading to initial licensure or degree enhancement; and(4)Have or maintain a satisfactory grade for progression in the nursing education program as determined by the faculty of the institution. Source: SL 1989, ch 325, §3; SL 2014, ch 180, §7.