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


### Answer
The term **college student** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 1637* as follows -

> an individual who is a full-time or a part-time student attending an institution of higher education

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 1637*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-CONSUMER CREDIT PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER I-CONSUMER CREDIT COST DISCLOSURE > Part B-Credit Transactions**

