
Did you know that
separation or
divorce can have a profound impact on a child’s financial aid for college? Applying for financial aid by filling out a FAFSA –
Free Application for Federal Student Aid – is already a complex process, and the rules are different for divorced families.
This article explains the effect that
divorce can have on getting financial aid, including how the
custodial arrangement between parents can have an impact on the amount that a child can receive in aid.