FAFSA when now independent in 18

kelsmom
Sun, 02 Dec 2018 23:16:10 +0000

A dependency override is not required for a homeless student, but the student has to be prepared to provide documentation of homeless status (schools will ask for this). That is where the h.s. counselor can assist.

Definitions: “Unaccompanied” means you are not living in the physical custody of a parent or guardian. “Homeless” means lacking fixed, regular, and adequate housing, including living in shelters, motels, cars, and temporarily with other people because you have nowhere else to go.

Read here for information: https://nche.ed.gov/ibt/higher_ed.php and https://naehcy.org/higher-education/.