<p>I already submitted the application(obviously) and left the financial stuff off because my parents make way more than the 75k, so I didn't think I would be eligible. It turns out for FAFSA you can declare yourself independent....</p>
<p>"6. Question: My parents are not helping me pay for my college education. Can I declare myself an "independent student" so their income will not be taken into consideration when my financial need is calculated?</p>
<p>Answer: It is understandable why you'd want to declare yourself as an "independent" rather than "dependent" student. Dependent students are viewed as at least partially dependent on their parents for support and, therefore, the income of both the parents and the student is used to determine the amount a family must contribute to the student's education. For independent students, only their own income and assets - and those of their spouses - are considered. However, you can't simply decide to declare yourself independent. The federal government is very strict on this point. To be considered independent under federal regulations, you must generally meet at least one of the following requirements:</p>
<p>Be 24 years of age by December 31 of the award year. Be married or have legal dependents other than a spouse. Be enrolled in a graduate or professional education program. Be an orphan or ward of the court. Be a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or currently serve on active duty.
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<p>I fall under the "Be 24 years of age", so can I still apply for financial aid or did I screw the pooch by not filling that part out?</p>
<p>Thanks anyone who has experience with this..</p>