According to our records, you indicated “yes” to question #52 on the 2013-2014 Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) stating at any time since you turned 13 you:
Had no living parent (biological or adoptive), even if you are now adopted; or
Were in foster care, even if you are no longer in foster care today; or
Were a dependent or ward of the court, even if you are no longer a dependent or ward of the
court today. For federal student aid purposes, someone who is incarcerated is not considered
a ward of the court.
Your status must be verified before your financial aid eligibility can be finalized.
Please complete and sign this form and attach supporting documentation.
1. Are both of your parent’s deceased?
____ Yes ____ No
If one of your parents is still living, you must answer no. If you answered yes, submit copies of
both of your parents’ death certificates.
2. Are you or were you (at any time since you turned 13) a ward/dependent of the court?
____Yes ____ No
If you answered yes, submit court or legal documents verifying you are or were a ward of
the court.
3. Are you or were you (at any time since you turned 13) in foster care?
____ Yes ____ No
If you answered yes, submit court or legal documents verifying you are or were in foster care.
Students who have aged out of the foster care system may be eligible for additional
assistance. Please contact (734) 487-0899 for more information about the Mentorship Access
Guidance in College (MAGIC) program.
I hereby certify that this information is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Signature: Date:
2013/2014 Orphan, Ward of the
Court or Foster Care Certification
Student ID: Name:
ORPHAN
