@cccjbac Your options are limited based upon the schools that your DD applied. UNC I would rule out right now, merit scholarships have been sent to those students already admitted. As a long shot, I would have a discussion with your guidance counselor to see if there is anyway your DD can submit an application to U of W, since you are instate, the total cost is $25k. If you DD would attend one of their locations near your house, then she could save room and board and only pay $10.5k, before books. She can always transfer once your financial situation is figured out. Another option is community college for one or two years - least expensive. Last option is to have her take a Gap year, work and reapply in the fall with a better understanding of the process and potential outcomes.