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According to a 2024 report by the Government Accountability Office, 23% of undergraduate students in 2020 experienced food insecurity, yet many face significant barriers to receiving federal food assistance. Restrictive federal policies often prevent college students from qualifying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), more commonly known as food stamps.

According to a 2018 USDA report, the average food stamp benefit provided less than $1.50 per person, per meal, highlighting one of the most significant limitations of food stamps. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) offers vital food assistance, but navigating its rules reveals complex and often challenging restrictions.