# Education (GED)

## Title 18. Student Financial Assistance

### Subtitle 28A. Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Farmers

#### Section 18-28A-02

(a) There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Farmers in the State.

(b) The Office shall assist in the repayment of a higher education loan owed by a farmer who:

  (1) Has received an undergraduate or graduate degree in agriculture or an agriculture-related field from a public or private nonprofit institution of higher education located in the State;

  (2) Has been a farmer for at least 5 years but not more than 10 years since obtaining the degree;

  (3) Receives an income that is less than the maximum eligible total income levels established by the Office, in consultation with the Department, including any additional sources of income; and

  (4) Satisfies any other criteria established by the Office.

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Md. Code Ann., Educ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)