§ 41.11. Who is eligible for financial assistance under this subpart?
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/us/cfr/t25/s§ 41.11·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
(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.