### Question
How is the term operating expenses defined?


### Answer
The term **operating expenses** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1092* as the following:

> expenditures on lodging and meals, transportation, officials, uniforms and equipment

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1092*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part F-General Provisions Relating to Student Assistance Programs**

