### Question
How does the law define default?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 292q*, **default** is defined as:

> the failure of a borrower of a loan made under this subpart to—


(i) make an installment payment when due

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 292q*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER V-HEALTH PROFESSIONS EDUCATION > Part A-Student Loans > subpart ii-federally-supported student loan funds**

