<p>Hi guys, I haven't been on in a while but i need some suggestions. I come from an upper middle class family so I really don't qualify for many scholarships or grants. My whole family is in some way, attached to the military. That being said you's think that I would be able to "inherit" i GI bill but my mother used hers, my father never got one, and my brothers are using theirs. I have been thinking of joining the military to help me pay for college but because I have braces it's practically impossible. My parents will not co-sign for a loan and because I am under 18 I can't get a loan by myself. So I am stuck with waiting another year before I can attend college or taking online classes. I am not opposed to online classes but I can't learn outside of a classroom setting. I can't drive so I can't even go to the local community college because my mother and father will not drop me off or pick me up for my classes. Like the rest of my peers I would prefer to go to college straight out of high school as opposed to waiting and putting it off. I have recently applied for the FAFSA and was ineligible for the Pell Grant. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I should do? I'm so frustrated because I cannot find any scholarships or grants or government loans that I qualify for, and my parents aren't much of a help. Thanks guys.</p>
<p>I don’t know your stats, but scholarships are usually based on merit (gpa/test scores) and come from the colleges. Federal student loans are available to anyone who files FAFSA and do not depend on age or income. The limits are fairly low though - $5500 for freshmen, $6500 for sophomores, and $7500 for juniors/seniors. </p>
<p>Why don’t you get your license so you can drive yourself to the local CC if that’s your only affordable option?</p>
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Huh? What source told you this?</p>
<p>I don’t think the OP is talking about teeth braces, but probably a physical disability which may also be why he or she cannot drive. (And cars aren’t free either, if the family doesn’t have an extra sitting around.)</p>
<p>What are your stats? GPA and test scores?</p>
<p>If you have good stats, then you need to pursue merit scholarships from schools. </p>
<p>Are you disabled? Is that what you mean by wearing braces? If so, do you qualify for any aid because of that?</p>
<p>How much can your family contribute for college each year?</p>