11.16.09 | Correcting FAFSA Errors
Generally speaking, a student cannot update information, such as income or assets, that was correct as of the date the application was signed. However, three items, household size, number in college, and dependency status must be updated in certain circumstances.
Dependency status
A student must update their dependency status any time during the award year unless it changed because his or her marital status changed. This update is required whether or not the student was selected for verification.
Household size and number in college
Unlike dependency status, household size or number in college cannot be updated unless the student is selected for verification. If the student is selected, these items must be updated to be correct at the time of verification unless they changed due to a change in the student’s marital status, in which case updating is not permitted.
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