<p>My dad is a medically retired veteran (diagnosed with MS eight years ago). </p>
<p>My mom's income is below/around $45K, and his income from the gov't is below/around $50K. Since his income is not taxed, will I have to fill it out on the FAFSA or CSS?</p>
<p>Does this mean colleges will see my mother is supporting a family of four on just her income?</p>
<p>I'm unsure about how ethical this is. Questbridge sent me a flyer and I was eligible, but I didn't apply because I think other people deserve the opportunity more than I. </p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Untaxed Social Security benefits are reported on the FAFSA Worksheet A. It is also added back in on the Profile.</p>
<p>Actually, for 2009-10, untaxed social security benefits will not be reported on the FAFSA as untaxed income: [New</a> Law Makes Federal Methodology Changes](<a href=“http://www.nasfaa.org/publications/2007/2669methodology100307.html]New”>http://www.nasfaa.org/publications/2007/2669methodology100307.html). See “Definition Changes” section. Untaxed SS benefits are excluded from consideration as untaxed income. </p>
<p>I doubt the Profile will stop considering them. But for Pell, ACG, SMART, etc. - the SS benefits will not be used in the needs formula, as far as I can tell.</p>
<p>Not sure if OP’s dad’s benefits fit into the definition …</p>
<p>kelsmom, that’s great news, thanks for the update!</p>