What is NOT a requirement for completing the FAFSA?

The requirement that a student must submit a high school diploma is not a condition for completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The FAFSA focuses on gathering financial and demographic information to determine a student's eligibility for federal student aid, and while it is necessary for applicants to have completed high school or obtained an equivalent credential, there is no explicit requirement for a diploma to be submitted as part of the application process.

On the other hand, submission of an income tax return, U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status, and enrollment in an eligible degree program are essential elements of the FAFSA process. The income tax return is used to assess financial need, citizenship status confirms the eligibility for federal aid, and enrollment in an eligible degree program defines the context in which the financial assistance will be utilized. Therefore, option C correctly identifies a condition that is not required when completing the FAFSA.