I have 3 young adults all wanting to go to college. They are all under the age of 25. I would like to know, besides the obvious student loans, is there anyway for them to get into college? Because we claimed them last year they do not qualify for pell grants either. They will all be living on their own and supporting themselves come next year. Their choice, and moving out of state to top it off. I don't know what to do.....sad, frustrated, confused......scary stuff to see them walk through.
Concerned Mom
2007-11-17 13:03:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Financial Aid
The age is 24 to be considered independent. Otherwise, it would have to be a FAFSA override which is pretty difficult to get. When you completed the form, did you mention that there were two other students attending college at the same time? It can make a difference. Also, the financial aid package goes by tuition which might help things with them being out of state students. It could work against them in getting financial aid if they could not get the override because their income counts at a higher percentage rate than your family's income and savings. They could try for outside scholarships or try for jobs working at the school. If they have a job that is not work study, many colleges and universities have a great benefits package which could include tuition. I still recommend completing the FAFSA form because it does adjust to the new school situation due to the cost of living. I also recommend applying for outside scholarships. I have included some great links below. Good luck!
2007-11-17 13:40:43 · answer #1 · answered by dawncs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is an excellent publication with the different types of grants, loans and other student aid. Yes, you can get financial aid if you are under the age of 25. The types of financial aid varies from person to person, but here is a good explanation.
Good Luck.
2007-11-17 14:50:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got 2 grants since i was 16 i don´t think you need to be older than 25. But it depends on what you need. For example i applied for the Hispanic Grant and i did fine. Also there was another one but i can´t remember the names. Go to the counselors or financial aid of the University and ask about it. It would help them better and they can tell them what grants they are more qualified or better suited for them
Hope this helps.!!
2007-11-17 13:13:39 · answer #3 · answered by sakura 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A buddy of mine got PLL grants at 17 and living with his dad.
The school pushed for the loans but he still got the grants. I think the school or councelers get a kickback for the loans
2007-11-17 13:09:56 · answer #4 · answered by Robert F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was in college, the magic age for applying for financial aid without having to include your parents' income was 23. Otherwise, you had to show documentation and proof that you're living completely independently of your parents. It's a bit of work to do the paperwork, but very much worth it.
2007-11-17 13:18:06 · answer #5 · answered by drew 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋