<p>Yes, you can start at a CC. :)</p>
<p>If I remember correctly, you’re low income. If you’re income is low enough, you will qualify for some aid from the federal gov’t and perhaps from the state of Texas.</p>
<p>You need to keep your options open and apply to some schools that you can commute to, schools that might give you a scholarship, and a CC.</p>
<p>Which colleges are close enough to commute to for you?</p>
<p>What is your likely EFC? If you don’t know, try this…<br>
FA Calc
[FinAid</a> | Calculators | Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and Financial Aid](<a href=“Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid”>Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Calculator - Finaid)</p>