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


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

> an individual who—


(A) delays enrollment in an institution of higher education by three or more years after secondary school graduation

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1161q*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IX-ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS > Part Q-Rural Development Grants for Rural-Serving Colleges and Universities**

