=== Section 5 === "Industry partnership" means any collaboration between a higher education institution and private industry aimed at promoting innovation, enhancing workforce development, or furthering research and development in a particular field or discipline.

=== Section 6 === "Private higher education institution" means any higher education institution that is not fully funded by the government of The Kodiak Republic.

=== Section 7 === "State-funded higher education institution" means any higher education institution that receives full or partial funding from the government of The Kodiak Republic.

=== Section 8 === "Apprenticeship" means any program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a specific trade or profession.

=== Section 3 === Funding Mechanisms: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish mechanisms for distributing funds from the Higher Education Fund, including grants, loans, and other financial instruments.

=== Section 4 === Private Sector Contributions: The government of The Kodiak Republic will encourage private sector contributions to the Higher Education Fund, including donations from individuals, corporations, and philanthropic organizations.

=== Section 5 === Oversight and Accountability: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the use of funds from the Higher Education Fund, including regular audits and reports to the public.

=== Section 1 === Establishment of Scholarship and Grant Programs: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish scholarship and grant programs to provide financial assistance to students attending state-funded higher education institutions.

=== Section 2 === Eligibility Criteria: The eligibility criteria for scholarships and grants may include factors such as academic merit, financial need, and diversity. Priority may be given to economically disadvantaged students, minorities, and students with high potential.

=== Section 3 ===Types of Scholarships and Grants: The scholarship and grant programs may include the following types:

=== Section 4 === Amount of Scholarships and Grants: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish the amount of scholarships and grants to be awarded, based on available funding and the number of eligible applicants.

=== Section 5 === Application and Selection Process: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish an application and selection process for scholarships and grants, which may include the submission of essays, transcripts, and other supporting materials. The selection process will be fair, transparent, and merit-based.

=== Section 6 === Disbursement of Scholarships and Grants: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish mechanisms for disbursing scholarships and grants, which may include direct payment to the student or payment to the higher education institution on behalf of the student.

=== Section 7 === Oversight and Accountability: The Ministry of Education and Health will establish mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the scholarship and grant programs, including regular audits and reports to the public. The Ministry will ensure that scholarships and grants are awarded fairly and equitably, and that funds are used for their intended purposes.

=== Section 4 === Approval Process: The Ministry of Education and Health will review each proposal to determine its viability and alignment with the criteria for new institution establishment. If approved, the government of The Kodiak Republic will provide funding to support the establishment and operation of the new institution.

=== Section 5 == Collaboration with Existing Institutions: The new higher education institutions established under this section will collaborate with existing institutions to promote knowledge-sharing, resource-sharing, and best practices. The Ministry of Education and Health may provide incentives for such collaborations, such as grants or other forms of financial support.

=== Section 6 === Monitoring and Evaluation: The Ministry of Education and Health will monitor and evaluate the performance of new higher education institutions established under this section, including their adherence to quality standards, their impact on student outcomes, and their contribution to national priorities such as healthcare, technology, and sustainability. The results of these evaluations will be made public and used to inform future decisions regarding the establishment of new institutions.

=== Section 6 === Monitoring and Evaluation: The Ministry of Education and Health will monitor and evaluate the performance of vocational training programs and apprenticeships established under this section, including their adherence to quality standards, their impact on student outcomes, and their contribution to national priorities such as healthcare, technology, and sustainability. The results of these evaluations will be made public and used to inform future decisions regarding the allocation of resources for vocational training and apprenticeships.

=== Section 1 === The [[Kodiak Higher Education Rebuild Package, 649]], is hereby repealed, except for the provisions related to full tuition payment for students attending state-funded higher education institutions and any rules, regulations, and guidelines established under the Higher Education Rebuild Package that are not in conflict with this act shall remain in effect until amended or repealed.

=== Section 2 === [[The Advanced Education Act (637)]], passed on February 12, 2022, shall remain in effect and be supplemented by the provisions outlined in this act.

=== Section 3 === This act shall not be construed to affect any contractual obligations entered into before the date of its passage.