### Question
How is the "eligible institution" defined?


### Answer
The term **eligible institution** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1036* as follows -

> an institution of higher education, or a consortium of such institutions, that offers a program of postbaccalaureate study leading to a doctoral degree

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1036*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER II-TEACHER QUALITY ENHANCEMENT > Part B-Enhancing Teacher Education > subpart 5-graduate fellowships to prepare faculty in high-need areas at colleges of education**

