Parent does not want to pay for college even though he can afford to pay

No parent is required to fund college costs. I realize you are disappointed but that’s a reality.

You need to look at schools that do not require the CSS Profile OR are affordable for your custodial parent.

Start with the public universities in your state.

Look at schools like U of Chicago and Vanderbilt which don’t require non-custodial parent info.

Look at the list of Profile schools that don’t require the non-custodial parent form.

Look for colleges where you would garner significant merit aid. Parent incomes aren’t used for this.

You posted these stats. With these, you would get very decent merit aid at University of New Mexico, University of Alabama, Arizona.

How much can your custodial parent pay? Add $5500 (Direct Loan) to that and that is your budget. Your net cost needs to come in at that price point.