### Question
How does the law define proprietary institution of higher education?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1002*, **proprietary institution of higher education** is defined as:

> a school that—


(A) provides an eligible program of training to prepare students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS > Part A-Definitions**

