Maryland Education Section 18-2201

      (a)      In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

      (b)      "Eligible institution" means a public or private institution of higher education in this State that possesses a certificate of approval from the Maryland Higher Education Commission.

      (c)      "Office" means Office of Student Financial Assistance as defined in § 18-101(c) of this title.

      (d)      (1)      "Service obligation" means to teach full time in the State as a teacher in a Maryland public elementary or secondary school.

            (2)      "Service obligation" does not mean employment as teaching assistants, volunteer service, paid fellowships, or internships.