### Question
How does the law define eligible institution?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1135e*, **eligible institution** is defined as:

> an institution of higher education which—


(1) has science and engineering programs

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1135e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER X-POSTSECONDARY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS > Part C-Women and Minorities Science and Engineering Outreach Demonstration Program**

