<p>*I don’t have my parents pushing me to work on this stuff? They are extremely passive and are only focused on their lives and that makes it extremely difficult for me. They know I have applied for college, of course, but outside of that, they have showed no knowledge of what is going on. *</p>
<p>While I do think it’s great when parents are involved in the college process, many kids “do it all” themselves.</p>
<p>Anyway…many of us are used to helping kids who don’t have parents who can help them. So, feel free to rely on CC parents for help.</p>
<p>But, something you wrote is a “red flag.” You mention that they show 'no knowledge" of what’s going on. That can be a HUGE problem if they aren’t prepared to help you financially with college.</p>
<p>Have you asked your parents how much they’ll pay each year? If not, do so. YOU NEED that info more than just about anything. </p>
<p>Do you know how much (at LEAST) colleges will expect your parents to pay each year?
Quick EFC - this is a rough estimate<br>
[FinAid</a> | Calculators | QuickEFC](<a href=“Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid”>Quick EFC - Finaid) </p>
<p>You may get accepted and get your forms in, but if schools expect your parents to pay more than they’re willing to pay, what will you do?</p>