W. Va. Code R. § 133-6-2

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 133-6-2 - Definitions
2.1. Unless the context in which used clearly requires a different meaning, the definitions contained in W. Va. Code §§ 18B-1-2 and 18C-5-7 apply to this rule in addition to the definitions set forth below:
2.2. "Free Application for Federal Student Aid" or "FAFSA" means the form provided by the U.S. Department of Education and completed by current and prospective college students to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.
2.3. "HEAPS Part-Time program" means the grant awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and who desire to continue their education at the postsecondary level on a part-time basis.
2.4. "HEAPS Workforce program" means the grant awarded to:
2.4.1. Students who demonstrate financial need and who are enrolled in short-term training programs of 12 months or less in a postsecondary certificate, industry-recognized credential, or other skill development programs in a demand occupation in the State; and
2.4.2. Community and technical colleges for noncredit and customized training programs.
2.5. "Part-time," for the HEAPS Part-time Grant, means enrollment for not fewer than three nor more than 11 semester or term hours or the equivalent as determined by the Vice Chancellor. For the HEAPS Workforce Grant, "part-time" means enrollment on such basis as is established for the program in which the student is enrolled.
2.6. "Student Aid Index" (formerly known as Expected Family Contribution) means the number calculated by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV federal student aid that helps determine how much financial aid a student could receive for the upcoming academic year.
2.7. "Title IV" means Title IV of the federal Higher Education Act of 1965, which covers the administration of the federal student financial aid programs.
2.8. "Vice Chancellor for Administration" or "Vice Chancellor" means the person whose duties and authorities related to the administration of financial aid programs is established by W. Va. Code § 18B-4-2 or his or her designee.

W. Va. Code R. § 133-6-2