A. A survivor meeting entrance requirements shall be entitled to a scholarship to the eligible institution of the survivor’s choice.

B. If the eligible institution is in New Mexico, the amount of the scholarship shall be equal to the amount of tuition, room and board charged by the institution attended. If the eligible institution is not in New Mexico, the amount of the scholarship shall not exceed the average cost of attendance at New Mexico research institutions.

C. The scholarship shall continue for such time as the recipient remains a student in good standing at the institution, but in no event shall any survivor receive a scholarship for more than six years.