The net price calculators usually don’t ask if only one parent is reporting. @ucbalumnus yes…the CA publics only use custodial parent information…BUT the net proceeds calculators are not set up for just one parent UNLESS the NPC specifically asks if the parents are divorced, widowed. Etc.
This student will likely be eligible for the Calgrant. Add to that the $5500 Direct Loan…and then any contribution the parents will be making.