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    Jan 31, 2011, 11:06 AM
    Can I collect child support when my child goes to college
    I now collect child support, but I need it for my girls college in a couple of years
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    Jan 31, 2011, 11:40 AM

    You can't assume you can. You live in Texas... but I don't know the specifics for Texas. Some states end Child support when the child becomes a legal adult at 18. A few extend that to 21. And rightfully past 21 anyplace its time they support themselves.
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