Student ID: Legal Name:
According to our records, you indicated “yes” to question #53 on the 2017-2018 Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) stating at any time since you turned 13 you:
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Had no living parent (biological or adoptive), even if you are now adopted; or
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Were in foster care, even if you are no longer in foster care today; or
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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.
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?
Y
es 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.
2017-2018 Orphan, Ward of the Court or
Foster Care Certification
ORPHAN
Student Signature
Date
Please complete and sign this form and attach supporting documentation.
Service EMU Locations: 240 McKenny Hall & 268 Student Center
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Fax: 734.487.4281
Email: financial_aid@emich.edu
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Web: www.emich.edu/finaid
