### Question
What is the definition of minority?


### Answer
The definition of **minority** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 1067k*:

> American Indian, Alaskan Native, Black (not of Hispanic origin), Hispanic (including persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, and Central or South American origin), Pacific Islander or other ethnic group underrepresented in science and engineering

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1067k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER III-INSTITUTIONAL AID > Part E-Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program > subpart 2-administrative and general provisions**

