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Jan 17, 2024 · Are you a high school student living independently from your parents? Here's help with the FAFSA and getting the help you need from colleges.

Your dependency status can impact how much financial aid you receive, as well as the ability to claim some education credits and deductions on your taxes. Let’s look at the difference between an …

Mar 6, 2025 · The process for filing as an independent can be tricky for students under 24. Read on to find out what qualifies you as an independent student in the eyes of the FAFSA.

Jul 11, 2025 · Unlike dependent students who must report parental financial information, independent students are assessed solely on their own financial situation. This article aims to demystify the …

Nov 14, 2025 · Explore the difference between being an independent and dependent student on the FAFSA and how it impacts your financial aid, loan, and grant eligibility.

Jul 22, 2023 · It’s not easy to become a FAFSA independent student, but it’s the right choice for certain people. This article explains how this status works, its challenges, and its advantages. It also outlines …

Nov 17, 2023 · What Is an Independent Student? An independent student meets certain legal requirements to receive federal financial aid to pay for college based on the student's ability to pay.

Mar 30, 2025 · An independent student, in the context of financial aid, is someone who doesn't have the support of their parents or guardians to pay for their education.

In order to qualify as an independent student, several criteria apply. If you are an independent student, you will report your own information (and, if you’re married, your spouse’s) on the FAFSA.