Only if court ordered.
In New York State, noncustodial parents are generally not legally obligated to pay for their child's college expenses unless there is a specific agreement or court order stating otherwise. However, courts may consider college expenses as part of child support obligations, especially for children who are still dependents. It's important for parents to discuss and potentially formalize any arrangements regarding college costs to avoid disputes later on.
In most cases, the non-custodial parent has to pay half or more of the college expenses, unless it was stated in the divorce decree that college would not be paid for. I know, because I am the custodial parent and my ex was ordered to pay 65% of college expenses in addition to child support. Lucky for him, though, we qualified for financial-aid for college and all he had to pay was child support. (Which he tried to get out of many times)It's more like the opposite - the non-custodial parent is under no obligation to pay for college unless the order for support specifically provides for it.
IRS Form 8332 is used to release a parent's claim to a child's dependency exemption for tax purposes. This form allows the noncustodial parent to claim the child as a dependent on their tax return. It impacts tax filings by determining which parent can claim certain tax benefits related to the child, such as the Child Tax Credit or the Earned Income Credit.
In Colorado, child support will stop at the age of 18 or when the child finishes school. There is a possibility that the child can receive child support if the child goes on to college.
In Georgia, a non-custodial parent can be required to contribute to a child's college education expenses, but this is not automatic. The obligation typically depends on the terms of the divorce decree or custody agreement, and the court's determination of what is reasonable and necessary. If the agreement specifies college expenses, the non-custodial parent may be compelled to pay. Otherwise, the custodial parent may need to petition the court for such support.
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It is my understanding that if the noncustodial parent is paying child support in the state of Mo. and the child decides to live on campus/away from custodial parent while attending college and noncustodial parent is paying % of college expenses that include room and board a modification/reduction in child support may be in order. However I would like to see a court case/opinion regarding this matter.
age 21 see link
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Generally, no.
Six months after graduation in those few states that require child support into the college years.
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Yes. They are still the child's parent and responsible for supporting their child.
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