Read the definitions, find out who has to provide parent information on the FAFSA form, and learn what to do if you aren't in contact with your parents.
What if my parents don't want to help me pay for college?
Well, you can't be considered independent of your parents just because they refuse to help you with this process.
Can't you provide their information on the FAFSA form?
Yes, I can't. They refuse to give me all information that is needed.
In that case the application will be considered rejected, and you might not be able to receive any federal student aid. The most you would be able to get depending on what the financial aid office at your college decides would be a loan called an unsubsidized loan.
In relation to the need for parents to sign my FAFSA form, is there anything I can do if my parents will not give the required information on the form?
I will give you the process for filling out the FAFSA form online or on myStudentAid app
Could it be that the form's questions change each year? My friend attempted to assist me by showing me his form from the previous year, but some of the questions were different.
Yes, questions may change depending on the year. You'll find the questions that determine your dependency status on our website, first in a graphic format and then for 2020/21, specifically in a table of dependency status questions.
Another concern about basic eligibility requirements. Could you elaborate on that information?