i hope so, because im moving out on my own by the fall and i need the extra money

you're considered dependent until age 24 unless you meet at least one of a list of specific criteria, OR you can try to get your school's

financial aid person to override that, but you have to prove you are completely financially independent in that case

i pretty much am already, i pay my own rent and buy my own food, and i work for myself etc, but i still live here with my mom

i just need to move out

you would need to be moved out first, and you should speak to your school's financial aid officer to find out what the other qualifications

would be. it's difficult to qualify for independent status prior to age 24 unless you're married or have kids or have others dependent

Yeah, the only way I got a grant was cause I got knocked up and had a kid xD But talk to your FA Officer

upon your income...

ugh i dont wanna have a kid rofl, but yea im sure i could prob get a grant because, i would really be on my own

in my experience, though, even if you qualify as independent & FAFSA says your EFC is zero, that just means lots of loans.

no loans please! ugh school is so mean, i really dont wanna be in debt at 18 haha

if you can find other scholarships/grants to apply for, go for it, every bit helps... depending on your cultural background, community

involvement, grades and religious affiliation, there could be some scholarship opportunities to apply for

ooh youre right i always forget about scholarships! i will try, its gonna be tough working full time and school and being on my own but i'll

try at least