FAFSA Dependency Status Quiz

Which of the following criteria would classify a student as independent for FAFSA purposes?

• Living with parents

• Having a part-time job

• Being 22 years old

• Being married

If a student lives with a grandparent, what should they do when filling out the FAFSA?

• Ignore the parent questions

• Provide the grandparent's financial information

• Seek guidance from the FAFSA online tool

• Use their own financial information only

What should a student do if they are considered dependent but cannot contact their parents for financial information?

• Submit the FAFSA without any financial information

• Wait until they can contact their parents

• Contact the financial aid office for guidance

• Use estimated financial information

What type of federal aid might a student receive if their parents refuse to provide FAFSA information?

• Unsubsidized loan

• Work-study program

• Pell Grant

• Subsidized loan

Where can students find more information about their FAFSA dependency status?

• The U.S. Department of Education

• StudentAid.gov

• Their local library

• Their high school counselor