### Question
What is the definition of State agency for higher education?


### Answer
The definition of **State agency for higher education** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 3982*:

> the State board of higher education or other agency or officer primarily responsible for the State supervision of higher education, or if there is no such officer or agency, an officer or agency designated by the Governor or by State law

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 3982*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 52-EDUCATION FOR ECONOMIC SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER III-PARTNERSHIPS IN EDUCATION FOR MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE, AND ENGINEERING > Part A-Higher Education Partnerships**

