Amendment modifies the Teacher Quality Enhancement Grants program to enhance partnerships and recruit teachers to schools in need of quality teachers; provides grants to combat violent crimes against women on campuses; modifies the development of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to assist States in awarding financial assistance; caps the interest rates for consolidation loans made on or after October 1, 1998 at a maximum rate of 8.25 per cent; and establishes application requirements for institutions that wish to offer expanded distance education programs.