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


### Answer
Under *19 U.S.C. § 2371*, **eligible institution** is defined as:

> an institution of higher education (as defined in section 1002 of title 20), but only with respect to a program offered by the institution that can be completed in not more than 2 years

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 2371*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-TRADE ACT OF 1974 > SUBCHAPTER II-RELIEF FROM INJURY CAUSED BY IMPORT COMPETITION > Part 4-Trade Adjustment Assistance for Communities**

