In some states, this can work. In others, it can’t.
In some states, this would work for community colleges.
What is your family situation that your mom is living in a different country and your dad is lost?
If you are a US citizen or legal permanent resident alien, and your mom is not in that status and lives outside the US, and your dad is completely missing, then living with a family friend or another relative who is in the US legally could make good sense. You could live with that person while you get a job here and get your life sorted out.