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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]There are probably many success stories out there.  You could look at NoVa’s transfer rates to the VA public college for an idea.  But your DD has one more year of HS.

CC is seen as 2nd best b/c in the US going away to college is viewed as the launchpad to adulthood.  From an academic standpoint, CC to knock out gen ed requirements or to find what you’re interested in is great.  The academics are similar to what you’d find at many 4yr schools.  It’s the independence and social aspect that is lacking.

What are your concerns for her success?  Can you use senior yr to shore up the skills she would need?  Or find colleges that support her areas of deficiency?

There’s nothing wrong with going to CC.  A 4yr school is not for everyone.  But everyone needs to eventually launch.  In 3 yrs, do you think whatever your concerns are will be alleviated?[/quote]

OP. Someone asked what I meant by "black hole". As an example, my nephew intended to go to a state university in NY after two years at CC. He never made it. I know that's just one example, and it may have to do more with him and his motivation (or lack of it) than anything else.

As for our DD, she's very shy, socially awkward and a bit of a late bloomer. Academically, she's doing fine but not a superstar. She's working a part time job which she could continue if she goes to NOVA, and she likes earning her own money. I know she would benefit from the slow launch into adulthood.[/quote]

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