Independent Student
If you’re an independent student, you will report your own information (and, if you’re married, your spouse’s)
An independent student is one of the following: at least 24 years old, married, a graduate or professional student, a veteran, a member of the armed forces, an orphan, a ward of the court, or someone with legal dependents other than a spouse, an emancipated minor or someone who is homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Get additional information to determine your dependency status.