For student applicants who are considered Dependent, please have your parent or legal guardian complete the rest of this form and sign below. Dependent applicants meet the following qualifications: younger than 24 years old, unmarried or not legally emancipated, parental income is reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid/FAFSA.
For student applicants who are considered Independent, please complete the information for your household and sign below. You do not need a parent’s signature. Independent applicants meet the following qualifications: age 24 or older, married or legally emancipated, parental income is not reported on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid/FAFSA.
If you are unsure whether you are an independent or dependent student, please contact TRIO SSS at (719) 384-6835.