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On the FAFSA, does a grandparent or legal guardian who raises you count as your parent?

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  1. Yes, if you live with them
  2. Yes, if they pay your bills
  3. No, they are not counted as parents

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References

  1. 2027-28 FAFSA Form (PDF), Completing the FAFSA Form studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/2027-28-fafsa-form.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. 2027-28 FAFSA Form (PDF), FTI Consent and Approval studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/2027-28-fafsa-form.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.

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