You might. Not every parent contributes to the cost of their child’s college education. If you were excluded from the college selection process, the court will weigh that factor against imposing an obligation for you to pay. However, that’s only one of many factors that the court will consider. If you have the financial resources to pay and the child’s request is reasonable, a court might order you to pay even if you don’t agree with your child’s decision. When college contribution issues are decided in the courtroom, the courts will balance the various factors and make a decision. That’s why it’s always better to try to reach an agreement with your co-parent before resorting to court intervention.