Frequently Asked Questions about FAFSA…
Q. Who can assist me with any FAFSA questions that I have?
 
A. You can call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at

 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243)

with questions about the FAFSA on the Web or paper application process
or about federal student financial aid in general.

In addition, FAFSA on the Web filers can get help at

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/faq001.htm
 
Q. What should I (the student) do if my family has special circumstances
that aren’t mentioned in the application?
 
A. If you or your family has unusual circumstances
(such as loss of employment, loss of benefits, death, or divorce),
complete the FAFSA as best you can and submit it as instructed.

Then talk to the Financial Aid Administrator (FAA)
at the school you plan to attend.

If your family’s circumstances have changed from the base year (2005),
the FAA may decide on a case-by-case basis to adjust data elements
used to calculate your EFC - (Expected Family Contribution).

Any adjustment the FAA makes must relate only to your individual
circumstances, and not to any conditions that exist for a whole class
of students.The FAA’s decision is final, and cannot be appealed to the
U.S. Department of Education.
 
Q. If I live with an aunt, uncle, or grandparent, should that relative’s income
be reported instead of parental information?
 
A. Only if the relative is your adoptive parent.
Dependent students can be considered dependent only on their parent’s
and must report only parental information on the FAFSA.

You must report (in Worksheet B) any cash support given by relatives,
but NOT in-kind support (such as food and housing) from relatives.

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