What does it take to be considered an independent student?

Any one of the following will result in a student being considered independent for federal student aid programs:

born before 01/01/1997 (for the 2020-2021 aid year)
a ward of the court
both parents deceased
a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces
legal dependents (other than a spouse) for which they provide ½ of support, married at the time of filing
emancipated minor
homeless youth
in legal guardianship while a minor

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