My question begins with a short statement. My dad has worked his way up through life. His dad passed away when he was very young and he was married very early in life. However, instead of folding his arms and complaining about life, he finished college at night, graduated, and went on to be reasonably successful. He is now a GS-13 with the US government and is earning a good living.
Scholarships help with some of the costs and are awarded usually for high academics or service.
Make sure you apply at the college for as many as you feel qualified. You may have to attend half-time and work to get started. Hang in there. The investment in your future is well worth it.