Best Place to ED (low act, solid everything else)

The 180k is not separate from the 401k, its included in it.

We have close to nothing in savings.

And thanks, I never knew that id be in such a financial burden without the help of you guys.

I have read that even if I apply ED, if finances are a burning issue (aka dad losses job) then they can either let me loose of the binding contract or strengthen my financial aid. Is this true?