Section 36-9-78 - Qualification criteria for nurses' education assistance loan.
36-9-78. Qualification criteria for nurses' education assistance loan. To qualify for the nurses' education assistance loan 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;
(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.