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Parent Wizard

Are you a dependent student? This tool will help you know which parent’s information to include on your FAFSA. Answer a few short questions to get the right answer.

Completing the FAFSA for a Dependent Student 

Use our step-by-step guide to fill out the FAFSA if you are a dependent student. We will help you complete your application correctly and with less stress.

A dependent student is usually someone who is under 24, not married, and has no children or dependents. The FAFSA will ask for your parents’ financial information

Completing the FAFSA as an Independent Student 

Use this simple guide to fill out the FAFSA if you are an independent student. We will walk you through each step so you can finish it with confidence.

Creating your FSA Account with a SSN

To fill out the FAFSA online, students, parents, and spouses must each create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) account. This account includes a username and password.

Creating Your FSA Account Without a Social Security Number

To complete the FAFSA online, each person who helps fill it out, like a student, parent, or spouse, must make a Federal Student Aid (FSA) account. This account needs a username and password. This includes individuals who do not have a Social Security number. They can still create an FSA account using an alternative verification process.

Add or Remove Schools From Your FAFSA

To add or remove schools, log in at fafsa.gov. Go to My Activity and choose Add or Remove Schools. Follow the steps to update your list.