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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Your DD has really good SATs and GPA so she will get into PLENTY of schools even without ECs if she applies wisely. However, now may be a good time to get her to try to do something (just a little bit) outside her comfort zone – not because it will help her get into college, but because it will help her work on the anxiety while she is still at home and working with her therapist. It doesn’t have to be a competitive or performance activity either. Don’t know if you are in Montgomery County, but something like these teen writing clubs might interest your DD:
http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?kw=write&ln=ALL&ag=teens&nd=15

Small schools may or not be helpful for your DD because there is no correct answer. Some introverts find larger schools and larger classes more comfortable, others thrive in a smaller setting. When looking for schools, pay attention to the types of activities and opportunities available to students so that there will be something that your DD will feel comfortable getting involved in, even if it just a writing or poetry club that meets once a week. Also pay attention to the mental health services available on campus. As a mental health professional, I was amazed by the variability in this at different SLACs we toured but you definitely have to ask to get answers. Some of the “best” schools we visited had very little to help struggling students.

My DD with anxiety is doing well at St. Mary’s College of Maryland because she feels more comfortable in the small, supportive environment. She loves the campus where there are many peaceful and beautiful places to get away from it all and recharge. Also, knowing that she has the option to drive herself home anytime she needs to has really helped. She has rarely used that option, but just knowing she is relatively close to home has helped.

I know it is hard, but try not to stress over the college application process. There really is a school out there for everyone. You sound like a very caring mother who prioritizes the importance of your DDs mental health and happiness and that alone is the most important thing.[/quote]

Thanks for your thoughtful response. St Mary’s is a school we will definitely consider. [/quote]

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