### Question
What is the definition of accredited?


### Answer
The definition of **accredited** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 1067k*:

> currently certified by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or making satisfactory progress toward achieving accreditation

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1067k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER III-INSTITUTIONAL AID > Part E-Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program > subpart 3-administrative and general provisions**

