<p>Will you be 18 when you graduate? As Prism points out, if you are 18, your parents can’t stop you from leaving. However, before you go that route make sure you are prepared for all the ramifications, especially financially. Is there a relative who is willing to help you or who could possibly change your parents’ minds? How will you pay for application fees? Apps can get quite expensive. Make sure you plan ahead if you will be doing this on your own. It sounds like your parents might not help you with any fees that aren’t for Univ of Minnesota.</p>