My daughter completed high school overseas so even though she is a US citizen she goes in as an international student. That is all fine but not being in US we are getting little to no help with applications and even college choice. We do not know what is realistic choice for her from a ‘safety school’ perspective and I am just starting to worry she has set her safety school target too high. She has done the ACT and did really well (above 30) and by all accounts is a good student and will do well on her high school exams - above average but not top of the class. I know having a good ACT score is no guarantee of admission but she has her heart set on college in the US and would like her to get in somewhere she is happy with. She will easily get into University here with her grades but feel we are flying blind a little. I guess I am just having a little stressful moment and no one can really give me a definitive answer but I thank you for listening!!!
Sorry you’re feeling this way! Applying to college can be stressful - I’m in middle of it right now. You still have some time to find a safety school (or several). Maybe post some of your daughter’s info here on CC. Many people here are very helpful and knowledgeable. Good luck and hugs!
You are not alone by any means! It is good that she is aiming high but have pick a good moment to let her know that while you sincerely hope and think she will get into the school of her choice its always good to have a plan B just in cas.
You need to tell us what schools she is thinking of applying to and a more accurate idea of her grades and Act score. Grades are the single most important criteria. This is an anonymous forum. Just give us the info please. Your question is totally vague.
If you look to the left of your post, you will see a list of links. Under TOP FORUMS, you will see “college search and selection”. Take a look at that. Also, go to the “Financial Aid and Scholarships” section.
As a citizen, she is eligible for federal loans and limited grant monies. Since she is not a resident of any state, she will need to pay that state’s non-resident tuition, which is expensive.
Thank you for your kind comments - it does help knowing we are not alone. I think I will suggest a solid Plan B and C. It is difficult to give grades as there is no GPA here only a state ranking (which is top 5%). The ACT was 31 and she has heaps of leadership and sport some at high levels and others not so much. We are not comparing apples with apples which I guess adds to the uncertainty. In addition - she is focused on join the ROTC program at college and has applied for a scholarship through this so the College needs to have good ROTC program.
Thank you again, the “college search and selection” section looks great.