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Pennsylvania Statutes Title 24 P.S. Education § 7702. Definitions

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Public institution of higher education.” One of the following:

(1) A community college under Article XIX-A of the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L. 30, No. 14),  1 known as the Public School Code of 1949.

(2) A State-related institution, to include The Pennsylvania State University, the University of Pittsburgh, Temple University and Lincoln University and their branch campuses.

(3) A member institution of the State System of Higher Education under Article XX-A of the Public School Code of 1949. 2

“Veteran.” An individual who:

(1) has served in the United States Armed Forces, including a reserve component and National Guard; and

(2) was discharged or released from such service under conditions other than dishonorable.

“Veteran student.” An individual who:

(1) is a veteran;

(2) has been admitted to a public institution of higher education; and

(3) resides in this Commonwealth while enrolled in the public institution of higher education.

1 24 P.S. § 19-1901-A et seq.
2 24 P.S. § 20-2001-A et seq.
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