How to Apply - Am I a Dependent Student?A student is defined as a dependent on the
2006-2007 FAFSA if he
or she cannot answer YES to one of the following questions (this is
true even if you are living on your own and paying all your own
bills with no parental help).
- Were you born before January 1, 1981?
- At the beginning of 2004-2005 school year, will you be working on a master’s or doctorate program (such as MA, MBA, MD, JD, PhD, EdD, or graduate certificate, etc.?)
- As of today, are you married?
- Do you have children who receive more than half
their support from you?
- Do you have other dependents (other than children
or spouse) who live with you and who receive more than half their
support from you now and through June 30, 2005?
- Are both of your parents deceased, or are you or were you (until age 18) a ward/dependent of the courts?
- Are you a veteran of the U.S. armed forces?
If you believe your situation merits special review to exempt you
from supplying your parent’s information, request and complete an
Independent Appeal Form from the Financial Aid Office.
Remember, just because your parents are not willing or able to pay
for your college costs does not mean you do not have to provide
their information.
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