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What types of education institutions (if any) are eligible?

Answer: Primary or secondary education as determined under State law and provided in a day nonresidential school, including parochial schools, OR higher-education institutions that meet all the following criteria: Admit students or persons having a high school diploma or equivalent; Are legally authorized to provide education beyond a secondary level; Award a bachelor’s degree or a 2-year degree that is acceptable as full credit toward bachelor's degree or provides at least a 1-year training program to prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation; and o Are accredited by a nationally recognized agency or association (as determined by the Secretary of Education). Educational facilities that meet the above criteria are eligible without regard to their religious character or use for religious instruction

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