In addition to the words and terms defined in §13.1 of this chapter (relating to Definitions) the following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In the event of conflict, the definitions in this subchapter shall control.

1. (1) Career and Technical Education Course--As defined in §4.83 of this title (relating to Definitions).
2. (2) Credit--As defined in §4.83 of this title (relating to Definitions).
3. (3) Dual Credit Course--As defined in §4.83 of this title (relating to Definitions).
4. (4) Educationally Disadvantaged--As defined in Texas Education Code, §5.001(4), eligible to participate in the national free or reduced-price lunch program.
5. (5) Equivalent of a Semester Credit Hour--As defined in §4.83 of this title (relating to Definitions).
6. (6) Program--The Financial Aid for Swift Transfer (FAST) Program.
7. (7) School District--As defined in §4.83 of this title (relating to Definitions). For the purposes of this subchapter, the term includes the Windham School District.
8. (8) School Year--The twelve month-period of high school enrollment starting in August.
9. (9) Semester Credit Hour--As defined in §4.83 of this title (relating to Definitions).

Source Note:The provisions of this §13.501 adopted to be effective February 15, 2024, 49 TexReg 674; amended to be effective August 15, 2024, 49 TexReg 5973; amended to be effective September 1, 2025, 50 TexReg 5451.