Section R765-616-3 - Definitions(1) "Board" means the Utah Board of Higher Education.(2)(a) "Cost of attendance" means the estimated costs associated with taking an online course, as established by an eligible institution in accordance with board policies.(b) "Cost of attendance" includes tuition, costs payable to the eligible institution, and other direct educational expenses related to taking an online course.(3) "Eligible institution" means an institution that offers a postsecondary level course of instruction using digital technology.(4) "Eligible Student" means a student who meets the eligibility criteria established in Section R765-616-4.(5) "Fiscal year" means the fiscal year of the state.(6) "Institution" means an institution described in Section 53B-1-102 or a Utah private, nonprofit postsecondary institution that is accredited by a regional accrediting organization that the board recognizes.(7) "OCHE" means the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education.(8) "Online course" means a postsecondary level course of instruction offered by an eligible institution using digital technology.(9) "Program" means a sequence of online courses that lead to a certificate or other recognized educational credential that;(a) is made up of only online courses, meaning a student can complete the program through online course offerings; and(b) prepares students for employment in four-star or five-star jobs as defined by the Department of Workforce Services.(10) "Tuition" means tuition and fees at the rate charged for residents of the state.Utah Admin. Code R765-616-3
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-05, effective 2/14/2024