How DACA Students Can Apply to College
Undocumented students face many hurdles on the way to a college education. But getting a degree is far from impossible. How being undocumented affects college attendance There’s no federal law…
Alexandra Rice
Alexandra is a former NerdWallet editor and content strategist who focused on higher-education financing.
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Filling Out the FAFSA: I am a U.S. Citizen, But My Parents are Undocumented Immigrants
All U.S. citizens are eligible for federal financial aid, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. If you are a citizen but your parents are undocumented immigrants, you should fill out…
Filling Out the FAFSA: I am an Undocumented Immigrant
Undocumented immigrants are ineligible for federal funds, but you can still get aid from your university. Some states allow undocumented immigrants to obtain in-state tuition, and undocumented students are eligible…
Filling Out the FAFSA: I am Legally Emancipated
The FAFSA can be difficult for non-traditional families to navigate. Students who are/were emancipated minors, as determined by a court, do not have to include their parents’ financial information on…
Filling Out the FAFSA: Dependency Override
The FAFSA can be difficult for students with non-traditional families. For students who find it impossible or unsuitable to put one parent’s financial information, such as in cases where a…
Filling Out the FAFSA: One of My Parents has Died
The FAFSA can be difficult for non-traditional families. For students with deceased parents, universities may require death certificates or other proof, and the financial aid application process may be emotionally…
Filling Out the FAFSA: My Parents are Same Sex Partners
The Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was ruled unconstitutional in June 2013, giving same-sex couples equal opportunity to participate in federal government programs such as Medicaid, military spousal benefits, and…
