is it better if i file my taxes alone, as an idependant

esa0000 · 10-31-2009, 01:12 AM

i had a job earlier this year before starting college this fall. i couldn't have more than $2000. i have a job now buts its under work study.

i filled my fasfa with parents tax return last year and didn't get much.

romanigypsyeyes · 10-31-2009, 01:35 AM

It doesn't matter how you file your taxes, FAFSA is going to use your parent's info.

swimcatsmom · 10-31-2009, 01:39 AM

romanigypsyeyes is correct. it does not matter how you file your taxes. For FAFSA you are considered a dependent until you are 24 (or married, have a dependent of your own you support >50%, become a veteran etc etc). Your tax filing status is irrelevant to the calculation of your EFC.