As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

(1) “Athlete agent” has the same meaning as the term is defined in § 49-7-2102;
(2) “Athletic program” means an intercollegiate athletic program at an institution;
(3) “Institution” means a four-year public or private institution of higher education located in this state. “Institution” does not include an institution of higher education governed by the board of regents of the state university and community college system; and
(4) “Intercollegiate athlete” means a student who is enrolled in an institution and participates in an athletic program.