### Question
How does STUDENT ASSISTANCE define current award year?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1094a*, **current award year** is defined as:

> the award year during which the participating institution indicates the institution's intention to cease participation

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1094a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part F-General Provisions Relating to Student Assistance Programs**

