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Can college students get food stamps?

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To get SNAP benefits, you must apply in the state in which you currently live and you must meet certain requirements, including resource and income limits. Most SNAP eligibility rules apply to all households, but there are some special rules for students attending an institution of higher education that are described here. If you are not a student, you should read the general SNAP eligibility rules. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 temporarily expanded student eligibility to new groups from January 16, 2021 through the end of the public health emergency. The new, temporary change to student eligibility means that certain students who were not eligible for SNAP before may now be eligible. See below for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are students eligible for SNAP? Generally, students attending an institution of higher education (i.e., college, university, trade/technical school) more than half-time are not eligible for SNAP unless they meet an exemption. The institution of higher education determines what is considered ‘half-time’ enrollment. Students who meet an exemption must also meet all other SNAP eligibility requirements. Who counts as a student for SNAP purposes? You are considered a student if you are enrolled at least half-time in an institution of higher education. If you are enrolled less than half-time, you may be SNAP-eligible if you meet all other SNAP eligibility requirements. The number of hours considered as half-time enrollment is determined by the institution of higher education. What is considered an institution of higher education? For SNAP purposes, you are attending an institution of higher education if you are enrolled in: A regular curriculum at a college or university degree program; or A business, technical, trade, or vocational school that normally requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). What is considered at least half-time enrollment? The institution of higher education determines what is considered half-time enrollment. Your college, university, or school can tell you your enrollment status. What are the student exemptions for SNAP? If you are a student and you meet SNAP eligibility requirements, you may be eligible for SNAP if you meet one of the following exemptions: Are under age 18 or are age 50 or older.

Have a physical or mental disability.

Work at least 20 hours a week in paid employment.

Participate in a state or federally financed work study program.

Participate in an on-the-job training program.

Care for a child under the age of 6.

Care for a child age 6 to 11 and lack the necessary child care enabling you to attend school and work 20 hours a week or participate in work study. Are a single parent enrolled full-time in college and taking care of a child under 12.

Receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) assistance.

Are enrolled in a TANF Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) program.

Meet one of the new, temporary exemptions listed under Covid-19 Temporary Updates. If you are not sure whether you meet one of the exemptions, contact your local SNAP office to find out how these exemptions may apply to your household circumstances.

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Can I use my Oregon SNAP card in another state?

YES! You have a right to use your SNAP in all 50 states. SNAP is a federal program that is “interoperable” between states.

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