Services for Wisconsinites: Casework - Education
Issues that come under the jurisdiction of the Department
of Education are generally related to student loans and grants.
Links
www.ed.gov
Frequently asked
questions
When do I determine if I can be
considered as an independent student for federal financial
aid purposes?
Students are classified as dependent or
independent because federal student aid programs are based
on the idea that students (and their parents or spouse, if
applicable) have the primary responsibility for paying for
their postsecondary education. You are considered an independent
student if: you are 24 or older, you are married, you are
enrolled in a graduate or professional educational program,
you have legal dependents other than a spouse, you are an
orphan or ward of the court, or you are a veteran of the U.S.
Armed Forces.
How do I apply for federal loans and grants?
The U.S. Department of Education offers several forms of
financial aid. Such aid includes grants, loans, and work-study
programs. You may apply for these by filling out the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. This form
may be obtained from almost any public library, high school,
or college. You may also obtain the form directly from ED
by calling (800) 433-3243 or from the Internet at http://fafsa.ed.gov
Does bankruptcy relieve me of my obligation to pay off
my student loan?
Student loans cannot be discharged under a bankruptcy petition.
If I do not register for the draft, do I still qualify
for federal financial aid?
Men born after December 31, 1959, who aren't registered
with Selective Service won't qualify for federal student loans
or grant programs. The Selective Service will mail reminders
to individuals up to age 25. |