### Question
What is the definition of Native American Pacific Islander?


### Answer
The definition of **Native American Pacific Islander** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 1059g*:

> any descendant of the aboriginal people of any island in the Pacific Ocean that is a territory or possession of the United States

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

