### Question
How does STUDENT ASSISTANCE define prospective student?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1092*, **prospective student** is defined as:

> any individual who has contacted an eligible institution requesting information concerning admission to that institution

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1092*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part F-General Provisions Relating to Student Assistance Programs**

