Student-Parent Dependent Care Grant (Formerly Student Child Care Grant)
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Summary
In 2004, Cornell University became one of the first universities in the nation to offer a child care grant program for student-parents. The objective of this program had been to provide financial assistance to as many Cornell students with child care expenses as possible.
The goal of the Cornell Student-Parent Dependent Care Grant is to provide greater access to intentionally support more student-parents and provide financial support that allows student-parents more flexibility and autonomy to determine how best to use the funds to support their child(ren) and individual situation.
The Dean of Students Office administers this program.
What is the child care grant?
Student-parents can receive a taxable grant based on the dollar amount of grant funds available and their ability to meet eligibility requirements. Eligibility considers the student’s academic status, household income, and the child’s age. After assessing the various eligibility requirements, some families will be eligible for partial grants, and others will be eligible for entire grants.
When are applications due?
Applications are accepted twice yearly.
What is the child’s age range for eligibility?
Birth to high school graduation.
Who can apply?
Registered Cornell student-parents can apply.
Additional Information
The Student-Parent Dependent Care Grant Program is one of the many ways Cornell supports student-parents. (See the Students with Families website for a complete list of benefits that support student-families.)
Related
Student-Parent Dependent Care Grant Program
Students with Families Website
Contact
- Greta Kenney, senior associate dean of students, Student Support and Advocacy Services, gk352@cornell.edu