IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban research university. The campus enrolls more than 30,000 students in 21 schools and academic units.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applying for Financial Aid – FAFSA, Dependency Status, Quality Improvement/Verification
How do I appeal to be considered as an Independent Student for financial aid?
A student who does not meet the federal criteria for independent status on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may submit a Request for a Dependency Status Override. The Higher Education Act allows a financial aid administrator to make dependency overrides on a case-by-case basis for students with unusual circumstances. Please note that none of the following qualify to make a dependency override: (1) Parents refuse to contribute to your education, (2) Parents are unwilling to provide information on the FAFSA or for Quality Improvement, (3) Parents do not claim the student as a dependent for federal income tax purposes, or (4) Student demonstrates total self-sufficiency.
