My daughter is a full-time undergrad studying abroad. We've been drawing on a 529 account to help fund her education, and this year we've been scrupulous to keep her Room and Board expenses abroad under the "average" COA figures published by her stateside university. However, I've been unable to find any official guidance on whether qualified 529 expenditures extend ONLY to groceries, or does it include coffee shops, fast food, etc., as well? I'd be grateful to receive an answer to this question, but I'd be even more grateful if someone could point me to an official publication that specifically addresses this issue. Thanks for your help.
