I could have been clearer, I am thrilled that my daughter is going to college with brilliant woman from all around the world, and that is partially why she chose Mount Holyoke. But if the OP is herself bright and apply’s herself and has the academic credentials and the only difference between her and another student is that she was born poor, without family support, that sucks that Mount Holyoke may not be obtainable for her. I think she feels overlooked.
Corpfinguy96, I think your making the OP’s point without knowing it. Athletes time, usually includes a parents time and a car for transportation, which for kids like the OP don’t have.