### Question
How is the "Native American" defined?


### Answer
The term **Native American** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1059f* as follows -

> an individual who is of a tribe, people, or culture that is indigenous to the United States

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1059f*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER III-INSTITUTIONAL AID > Part A-Strengthening Institutions**

