Section 18-2201 - Definitions.

§ 18-2201. Definitions.
 

(a)  In general.- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. 

(b)  Eligible institution.- "Eligible institution" means a public or private institution of higher education in this State that possesses a certificate of approval from the Maryland Higher Education Commission. 

(c)  Office.- "Office" means the Office of Student Financial Assistance as defined in § 18-101 (c) of this title. 

(d)  Service obligation.-  

(1) "Service obligation" means to teach full time in the State as a teacher in a Maryland public elementary or secondary school. 

(2) "Service obligation" does not mean employment as teaching assistants, volunteer service, paid fellowships, or internships. 
 

[1999, ch. 704, § 1; ch. 705, § 1; 2002, ch. 410, § 1; ch. 315, § 6; ch. 429, § 6.]