Divorce and Financial Aid

The college application process can be daunting. There are applications, letters, portfolios, interviews and the infamous and dreaded Financial Aid forms. Students and parents of divorced families face an even tougher challenge as they navigate the additional legal implications that arise when completing these forms. The online article, entitled “Divorce and Financial Aid” on www.finaid.com, succinctly and thoroughly covers this issue. The article addresses common questions surrounding divorce in the context of financial aid and summarizes parental obligations in completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form.