What child care expenses are included in the definition of “cost of attendance” for the voucher program?
According to the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, if the youth has at least one child, the cost of attendance includes an allowance for child care expenses. The institution must determine the actual allowance, if any, for child care expenses. The institution’s determination must be based on the number and age of the youth’s child(ren) and may not exceed the reasonable cost for child care in the community where the youth lives. The expenses may cover, but are not limited to, child care necessary for class attendance, periods of study, field-work, internships, and commuting time. • Source/Date: 4/4/05 • Legal and Related References: Higher Education Act of 1965 Section 472 Back to top 4. Question: If the State is paying for the “cost of attendance” for a student under the Educational and Training Voucher program, what are allowable transportation expenses under the definition of “cost of attendance?” May the State use funds from the voucher program to pay for expenses related to
