### Question
How does BARRY GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAM define eligible person?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 4702*, **eligible person** is defined as:

> a citizen or national of the United States or a permanent resident alien of the United States

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 4702*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 59-BARRY GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION PROGRAM**

