This kid is a freshman in high school. It’s going to be a couple of years until she knows if she qualifies for National Merit status…at all.
As a NC resident, there are many…many fine public colleges colleges where this student will be luckily able to study for instate and modest costs.
@Trishaluna are you saying that you parents can not contribute at all to college costs, and also are not eligible for need based aid? How much CAN you likely contribute annually to the college costs for this student?
Frankly, I think focusing on a medical specialty as a high school freshman is way to early. There are just too many factors that will come into play before this is even an option. It’s nice that you have some “connections” but I’m not sure the hospitals will allow an under 18 year old to shadow in an emergency room. But I do have a suggestion…when she is old enough, have her get EMT certification…she will see the ED from the outside looking in…but it’s a start. @WayOutWestMom any other suggestions for someone who has just finished her year in high school?
ETA…regarding this
Your kid does not have to major in biology to apply to medical school.