<p>Just a quick thought. When you’re looking for money, it’s important to let schools know there is a good chance you will attend and they are not just an afterthought. If you can’t visit, your daughter should call to ask questions and get to know the admissions people.</p>
<p>Another quick thought. I agree with “connections” about financial safeties but, again, once you find a school you can afford with a student profile that more than fits your daughter, you don’t need more than one. We looked at state and community colleges in our state and in nearby states with reciprocity.</p>