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Completing the section of the FAFSA that pertains to your status as a ward of the court or similar designation is a crucial step in securing financial aid for your educational journey. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete this section effectively and accurately.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your FAFSA information regarding ward status.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the document and open it for editing.
2. Carefully review the section titled 'WARD OF THE COURT.' In this section, you are required to explain your status as a ward or dependent of the court. Additionally, attach the official documents that affirm this status.
3. Next, navigate to the 'IN FOSTER CARE' section. Here, you need to provide proof that you were in foster care at any period after you turned 13. Ensure to attach the relevant documentation.
4. For 'EMANCIPATED MINOR / LEGAL GUARDIANSHIP,' if a court in your state has determined you to be an emancipated minor or assigned you legal guardianship, attach a copy of the court's decision here.
5. In the 'ORPHAN' section, if both of your parents are deceased and you do not have an adoptive parent, explain your circumstances. Detail how long you have been living without your parents, who you have been living with, and how you have been supported. Attach supporting documents such as copies of your parents' death certificates and your birth certificate.
6. In the 'UNACCOMPANIED YOUTH' section, if you have been identified as an unaccompanied youth who is homeless or at risk of homelessness, provide an explanation of your situation and attach a copy of the relevant determination.
7. If none of the above conditions apply to you, select the option 'I AM NOT AND WAS NOT A WARD OF THE COURT, IN FOSTER CARE, AN EMANCIPATED MINOR, IN LEGAL GUARDIANSHIP, AN ORPHAN, OR AN UNACCOMPANIED YOUTH.'
8. Finally, ensure to sign and date the form where indicated. This section is for office use; however, your signature confirms that the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Complete your FAFSA applications online today and take a step closer to your educational funding.