(a) The Adjutant General will select from among eligible applicants who complete the application process pursuant to Section 30731(a) by the deadline established by Section 30731.

(b) The Adjutant General will prioritize and certify the eligibility of applicants to the Commission.

(c) The Adjutant General will notify applicants of their selection or non-selection for an award.

(d) If it is determined that a program participant is not able to utilize an award, the next eligible applicant on the list may be given the award.

(e) If the maximum awards authorized for the academic year are not exhausted after the selection process is completed, the California Military Department may continue to accept applications after the deadline established by Section 30731 until all awards are exhausted or the Adjutant General no longer has authority to make awards, whichever is earlier. Applicants being considered for excess awards must complete the application process pursuant to Section 30731(a) for the academic year he or she is applying for prior to being considered for an award. Applicants being considered for an excess award will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis.