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School Supplies
Programs that pay for or provide textbooks, notebooks, pens, pencils, calculators, book bags and other essential educational supplies required for classes at the elementary/secondary level or at a college or university.
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Student Disability Services
Programs that provide special assistance and accommodations that support the ability of students with visual, hearing, physical, emotional, learning or other disabilities to achieve their academic goals and participate in, contribute to and benefit from the institution's programs, services and activities.
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Student Housing
Administrative offices, usually in postsecondary educational institutions, that provide or arrange for on or off-campus living quarters (dormitories or apartments) for college or university students and staff. Also included are programs that provide assistance for secondary level students who are attending school away from home and need to find housing.
HL-8120.8040 - View 1 resources »
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