Child support and tuition are each often major expenses, but what happens when a child turns 18, and ongoing support becomes a matter of judicial discretion? How do courts decide who pays for college and how much?
In our latest blog, we take a closer look at how Massachusetts courts handle college contributions when the parents are unmarried or divorced. With tuition and related expenses continuing to climb, disagreements over who should cover what have become increasingly complex.
The article walks through the key factors judges consider, including each parent’s income and financial capacity, the child’s academic plans, and whether the proposed costs are reasonable. It also explains how existing agreements are interpreted and when a modification of prior orders may be appropriate.
