### Question
How does the law define nontraditional student?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1161c*, **nontraditional student** is defined as:

> a student—


(A) who is an independent student, as defined in section 1087vv(d) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1161c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IX-ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS > Part C-Business Workforce Partnerships for Job Skill Training in High-Growth Occupations or Industries**

