<p>Currently, both of my parents work, and make about 90k a year (dad: 55k, mom: 35k), to support a 4 person household. This is the basic picture that will be shown on the FAFSA/CSS profile, because our tax returns from last year and this year will reflect the 90k income.</p>
<p>The problem: Next September, just as I will be starting my first year of college, my family will be moving to Ohio, because my dad is getting transferred to a new job. He's recieving the same pay/benefits as he does now from his new job (it should be relatively stable: he's working in a research lab at a university). However, my mom will have to give up her job and will probably not be able to find a new one anytime soon. That brings down the household income from 90k to 50k. </p>
<p>My question: The FAFSA/CSS profiles I'll be turning into my colleges will reflect our 90k income, and I will recieve financial aid according to that. But when it comes time to actually pay the bill for my first year of college, my family will only be getting 50k a year. not happy! </p>
<p>Should I fill out the FAFSA and other forms with our current income and assets (and contact the colleges about the situation)? Or should I fill it out with the hypothetical income for next year?</p>