(1) “Qualified dependent” means the child of a member of the armed services who served on active duty after January 31, 1955 and who (i) has been or is a prisoner of war or is reported as missing in action and (ii) was a resident of Pennsylvania for at least twelve months preceding his service on active duty. The term does not include the child of any such member of the armed services who deserted, defected to the enemy, or has otherwise been discharged under other than honorable conditions.

(2) “Approved program of education” means any degree or non-degree curriculum or course of study to be pursued on at least one-half time basis for a duration of at least one academic year or its equivalent at an approved institution of higher learning.

(3) “Approved institution of higher learning” shall mean any institution of higher learning approved by the agency.