### Question
How is the "eligible student" defined?


### Answer
The term **eligible student** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1161k* as follows -

> a student who—


(i) is eligible to receive assistance under section 1070a of this title

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1161k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IX-ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS > Part K-Pilot Programs To Increase College Persistence and Success**

