How do I get a PIN number in order to file the FAFSA online?
” Both students and their parents (in the case dependent students) need PIN numbers in order to file the FAFSA online. In order to obtain a PIN number, log onto http://www.pin.ed.gov and follow the instructions provided. A parent needs only one PIN number if filing FAFSAs for multiple children and the same student and parent PIN numbers can be used every year. To file the FAFSA online go to http://www.fafsa.ed.gov 3. “For financial aid purposes, who is considered a parent?” Generally speaking, a biological parent’s information should be used when completing the FAFSA. A number of students have biological parents in two different households. The federal formula requires that it be based on the biological parent with whom the student has lived for the greatest number of days during the past twelve months (calendar year 2008 for high school seniors or current college students now filing the FAFSA for next academic year, 2009-2010). Note: If the parent in the household reported is remarrie
