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Who Pays for College After Divorce? Understanding College-Related Expenses
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- Oxendine Law Podcast
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- Apr 7, 2026
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- 438
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Summary
College costs after a divorce are one of the most confusing and misunderstood areas of family law. Jarrod Oxendine and Christine Palmer break down what parents need to know about who is responsible for tuition, room and board, books, and other college-related expenses. Many people assume the court can require the other parent to pay, but in Georgia, once a child turns 18, the court generally has no authority to mandate these costs—unless both parties agree. Jarrod and Christine explain when it might make sense to share expenses voluntarily, how to protect yourself, and why oversight of college savings accounts (like 529 plans) is crucial to prevent misuse. This episode provides practical guidance for parents navigating divorce, planning for college, and ensuring their children’s educational expenses are managed fairly. Are you contemplating divorce? We can help. Are you looking for a second opinion? We can help with that too. Learn more about our practice: https://bit.ly/3ZMBWGa Ready to talk to an attorney about your unique situation? We’re here to help. Fill out our contact form online and we’ll be in touch: https://bit.ly/41oKyDR Find us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oxendinelaw/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OxendineLawInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oxendinelaw/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oxendinelawdivorcefamilyla1807