### Question
How is the term default defined?


### Answer
The term **default** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 297a* as the following:

> the failure of a borrower of a loan made under this subpart to—


(i) make an installment payment when due

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 297a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER VI-NURSE EDUCATION > Part B-Assistance to Nursing Students > subpart ii-student loans**

