<p>legend - I am glad to see you back but sad for the reason you need advice. I had heard from another "cc kid" that you are at Penn and thriving there. So glad for that - you deserve it. </p>
<p>It is a crying shame, as they say, what you are going through. I'm sorry I don't have specific suggestions; I'm sure some others will and there are already excellent suggestions above re legal services and the fin aid office.</p>
<p>My first thought, though, is to ask if you have consulted the original fin aid officer who advocated for you and got the better package? That is certainly where I would start. I think NorthStarMom is one who is knowledgeable about how emancipation works and whether it is possible for you/might help you. But the fin aid officer might be able to advise on this also.</p>