<p>While I was filling out my app to GT, I saw that it asked information about both my parents. Since my father is out of the state, they want a copy of his 05 tax return forms, but I haven't been in contact with him in over half a year (about the time of my parents divorce). He ran out on the child support and we don't know if hes alive or not. How would I then fill out this portion of the app? There is no option for run away father (lol) or anything of the like. </p>
<p>Thanks!
-Calvin</p>
<p>You will have to talk to the financial aid office of each college that you're applying to in order to see what you'll need to do to provie that you have had no contact with your dad, and don't know where he is. It's good that you're asking about this early because it will be time consuming for you and your mom to provide the necessary information. Also check the CC archives in the financial aid board as this issue has come up before.</p>
<p>Make sure that you're definitely applying to some colleges that you know you can afford in case you don't much or any financial aid. This may mean starting your college career by living at home and going to community college or a nearby public university.</p>