Does anyone have army reserve experience?

I’m thinking about joining so I can fill out FAFSA and not include my parents’ information. They’re pretty well-off but not helping me with school. I’m working and going to community college but when I transfer to even a state school I’ll need federal aid. If I join a branch of the military, I will qualify, because my information will be considered but not my parents.

Is this an OK strategy? I’m having trouble finding personal experiences from people who have joined the Reserves, but I know a ton of people in the Air Force. Any advice?