ORS 348.180: Definitions for ORS 348.180, 348.205, 348.250, 348.260 and 348.263. Note: The amendments to 348.180 by section 4, chapter 383, Oregon Laws 2025, first apply to the 2026-2027 academic year. See section 5, chapter 383, Oregon Laws 2025. The text that applies prior to the 2026-2027 academic year is set forth for the user’s convenience.

As used in this section and ORS 348.205, 348.250, 348.260 and 348.263:

      (1) “Cost of education” includes but is not limited to, tuition, fees and living expenses.

      (2) “Eligible post-secondary institution” means:

      (a) A public university listed in ORS 352.002;

      (b) A community college operated under ORS chapter 341;

      (c) The Oregon Health and Science University; or

      (d) An Oregon-based, generally accredited, not-for-profit institution of higher education.

      (3) “Qualified student” means any resident student, or student exempted from paying nonresident tuition under ORS 352.287, who plans to attend an eligible post-secondary institution and who:

      (a) Has not achieved a baccalaureate or higher degree from any post-secondary institution;

      (b) Is enrolled in an eligible program as defined by rule of the Higher Education Coordinating Commission; and

      (c) Is making satisfactory academic progress as defined by rule of the commission.