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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
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Title 25 - Indians |
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Chapter I - Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior |
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SubChapter E - Education |
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Part 41 - Grants to Tribal Colleges and Universities and Diné College |
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Subpart B - Tribal Colleges and Universities |
§ 41.11 - Who is eligible for financial assistance under this subpart?
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§ 41.11 Who is eligible for financial assistance under this subpart?
(a) A Tribal college or university is eligible for financial assistance under this subpart only if it:
(1) Is governed by a board of directors or board of trustees, a majority of whom are Indians;
(2) Demonstrates adherence to stated goals, a philosophy, or a plan of operation directed to meet the needs of Indians;
(3) Has a student body that is more than 50 percent Indian (unless it has been in operation for less than one year);
(4) Is either:
(i) Accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association determined by the Secretary of Education to be a reliable authority with regard to the quality of training offered; or
(ii) Is making reasonable progress toward accreditation according to such agency or association;
(5) Has received a positive determination after completion of an eligibility study; and
(6) Complies with the requirements of § 41.19.
(b) Priority in grants is given to institutions that were in operation on October 17, 1978, and that have a history of service to Indian people.