“Who is a parent” for the FAFSA?

For kids lucky enough to live with both of their biological parents, filling in the Parent information on the FAFSA is straightforward.  But what if your parents are divorced, deceased, or just out of the picture?  What if you were adopted or live with your grandparents or other guardian? Below is an info-graphich produced by Edvisors to help you determine how best to answer that question.

Here is a great visual to help you determine who is considered a Parent on the FAFSA.  It was produced by Edvisors.