### Question
What is the definition of community college?


### Answer
The definition of **community college** is as follows in *15 U.S.C. § 278k*:

> an institution of higher education (as defined under section 1001(a) of title 20) at which the highest degree that is predominately awarded to students is an associate's degree

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 278k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY**

