<p>First thing I notice is that you seem to be the type of student that would prefer to be the “big fish in a little pond” – meaning that a smaller school where you could really shine is probably your best fit.</p>
<p>Yes – you can still apply to colleges, but get moving now!</p>
<p>either check out from the library or buy the book Colleges that Change Lives – this book was written for you!</p>
<p>[Colleges</a> That Change Lives](<a href=“Colleges That Change Lives”>Colleges That Change Lives)</p>
<p>Finally – regardless of whether you are working or supporting yourself, you do realize that until you turn 24 you are a dependent of your parents and their income and assets will be used to determine your aid package, correct? I would also suggest checking out or purchasing the book Paying for College Without Going Broke (get the current edition).</p>