### Question
What is the definition of approved third-party auditor?


### Answer
The definition of **approved third-party auditor** is as follows in *38 U.S.C. § 3696*:

> an independent third-party auditor that is approved by the Secretary for purposes of third-party audits under this section

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 3696*
  - Heading: **PART III-READJUSTMENT AND RELATED BENEFITS > CHAPTER 36-ADMINISTRATION OF EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS > SUBCHAPTER II-MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS**

