At what age will a dependent originally qualify for full-time student benefits stop receiving them if they can support themselves?

In the context of Oklahoma Workers' Compensation, dependents of injured workers can receive full-time student benefits until a certain age, provided they meet specific criteria relating to their dependence status and full-time enrollment in educational programs. The age at which these benefits cease is crucial for understanding the intersection between educational status and dependency qualifications.

Full-time student benefits for dependents will generally continue until the individual reaches the age of 23. At this point, if the dependent is capable of self-support, they will no longer qualify for these benefits. This provision ensures that dependents are supported through their educational endeavors up to the age designated by Workers' Compensation law while also recognizing the importance of financial independence.

While options such as 21 or 22 are often noted in discussions about support duration, they do not align with the specific age threshold established in the Oklahoma Workers' Compensation framework. Age limits like 24 might apply in other contexts, but in Oklahoma, the cutoff is firmly set at 23, reflecting a balance between supporting students and encouraging financial independence.