If that were the case, there wouldn't be such a clamoring for debt relief. Fact is that student loan calculations already take into account the assets of parent

If that were the case, there wouldn't be such a clamoring for debt relief. Fact is that student loan calculations already take into account the assets of parents. Schools routinely factor in the help they could give into the total cost, and offer a package of grants and loans to make up the difference. If parents are withholding support it likely means the student can't meet tuition with their aid package.