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[quote=Anonymous]I work for a college access organization, but in New England so not as helpful for you.  Agree with others that good things you can explain to her now are grades=options and there is money out there for her to go to college, but her college choices will depend on where she gets money. I'm not clear on where she actually lives now? Definitely read the fine print for residency requirements. She should apply to a minimum of several public options including each one that will be an affordable safety.

Questbridge is a good idea if she qualifies academically. My org serves low-income, first-gen college bound students exclusively and we rarely get a student accepted for QB. You might look for college access support programs in your area, if she could join Upward Bound or a similar program that could really help. HBCUs are so tough with financial aid. If she really wants to go she should apply with the understanding the money might not be possible. I think taking full federal sub and federal unsub is a good investment for a low income student, but taking additional loans (private or plus) is too risky.

These options might not work geographically, but they are schools where I see first gen students thrive: Guilford (they are a school with the Bonner program, which is great if she is into community service), Bradeis through the TYP program, Northeastern through TORCH.

If she will have someone who can help her with expenses that is huge! You are providing her with so many of the supports that make the difference.[/quote]

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