### Question
What is the definition of free public education?


### Answer
The definition of **free public education** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 7801*:

> education that is provided—


(A) at public expense, under public supervision and direction, and without tuition charge

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 7801*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER IX-GENERAL PROVISIONS > Part A-Definitions**

