### Question
What is the definition of agent?


### Answer
The definition of **agent** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 1019*:

> an officer or employee of a covered institution or an institution-affiliated organization

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1019*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS > Part E-Lender and Institution Requirements Relating to Education Loans**

