### Question
How does the law define assistance?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1087h*, **assistance** is defined as:

> the provision of technical support, training, materials, technical assistance, and financial assistance

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1087h*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part C-William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program**

