Divorced? The FAFSA Gets Complicated

33-Year FAFSA Guru Consultant
2 hours ago
2 min read

By Shelly Rufin, MSHS

Educational Consultant

Harvard Business School

EDFIN College Planning

Serving families for three-decades

You’re invited! Free 1-Hour FAFSA

Workshop FAFSA Cut Your SAI# by 50%.

To RSVP for the event. Sign up, please click the link below.

FREE FAFSA WORKSHOP for moms and parents to sign up for webinar.

Divorced? The FAFSA Gets Complicated

Which Parent Reports Income - And Why It Matters

Only one parent's income counts — but which one?

And what about stepparents or remarriage?

Consultants help families report correctly — so aid isn't delayed or reduced.

Next: How to talk about college costs — without fighting.

Schedule Today

Ready to crush FAFSA stress?

Pick your path:

Basic: Free discovery call + FAFSA checklist (great for starters)

Standard: Basic + custom funding game plan + priority email support

Premium: Standard + 1-on-1 review call + FAFSA hacks bundle +

One click. Zero guesswork. Your future, funded.

Which level feels right?

Schedule Today

That 'Great' Aid Package Might Be Mostly Loans

EDFIN Success Stories

"Woman that walks her talk and makes things happen" - Robbie Motter, CEO Global Society of Female Entrepreneurs

“Putting together a solid plan can save families tons of time, money and can result in a successful educational journey.” - Nicole Farnum, Manager of Community and Corporate Relations, Brandman Universities

”...a college planner you want in your student’s corner.” - Sonia Perez, Owner of Eating off the Vine

"She worked so hard and got him the most amount in awards for college!!" - Marcela A.

Comprehensive FAFSA Appeal & Consultation Services

As a 33-year FAFSA pro, I [Shelly Rufin] offer individualized and comprehensive financial aid appeal packages along with consultation services tailored to each student's unique needs and circumstances: