"Approved program of education." A degree- or certificate-
granting curriculum or course of study to be pursued on a full-
time or part-time basis or its equivalent as determined by the
Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, at an approved
institution of higher learning.
"Combat zone." An area designated by Presidential executive
order as a combat zone as described in section 7508 of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (Public Law 99-514, 26 U.S.C. §
7508).
"Costs of attendance." Allowable educational expenses, as
determined by the agency, that are consistent with the
administration of the act of January 25, 1966 (1965 P.L.1546,
No.541), referred to as the Higher Education Scholarship Law.
"Dependent." A spouse, child or surviving spouse or child.
"Eligible member." A member of the Pennsylvania National
Guard who meets the criteria specified in section 3202 (relating
to eligibility) and who has been awarded a certificate of
eligibility under section 3203 (relating to certification of
eligibility).
"Full-time student." A student enrolled in an approved
institution of higher learning pursuing an approved program of
education equal to or greater than 15 credit hours or its
equivalent recognized by the Pennsylvania Higher Education
Assistance Agency as a full-time course of study.
"Fund." The Educational Assistance Program Fund.
"Part-time student." A student enrolled in an approved
institution of higher education pursuing an approved program of
education of less than 15 credit hours or its equivalent
recognized by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance
Agency as a part-time course of study.
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