How To Answer Household Information Questions For CSS Profile®
Here's how to correctly enter information about your household for the CSS Profile®.
Household Information
The CSS Profile asks for information on all of the members of your household.
How To Answer These Questions
You should add Dependent information for everyone other that the student and their parent that lives in the parent's household and receives 51% of their financial support. This could include other siblings, or aging grandparents.
Select "Add Dependent" and enter their information.
Can I Skip These Questions?
Yes, if there are no other dependents in the household.
2026-27 CSS Profile Questions Step-By-Step
Find answers to the other CSS Profile questions here:
General Information
Parent Income Information
Household Information
Parent Expenses And Assets
Student Financial Information
Special Circumstances
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