The short version
- Dependent students include information from parents.
- Rules decide which parent provides information when parents live apart.
- Each person keeps their own login private.
Why parents are included
Aid programs generally expect families to help with costs where they can, so the forms ask for parent information for dependent students.
Which parent
When parents are divorced or separated, the FAFSA instructions explain which parent provides information. Read the official instructions for the current year.
Preparing together
- Each contributor creates their own account.
- Discuss which records to gather.
- Set a date to complete the form together.
Privacy at home
Keep each person’s login private. Never share passwords, even within the family.
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