<p>Maybe the biggest problem is not ‘how are we going to pay for this’ but will she apply and get accepted and enroll in a school that she both loves and can afford. Wait, that’s most of us, isn’t it! My daughter is planning on majoring in Physics and Astronomy, and at this point would like to get a PhD in Astrophysics, however, a change in path is possible, seeing as she’s only 17. We are limited to colleges in the Northeast, and possibly Eastern Ontario and Quebec (Queen’s U and McGill). Some on her list do have automatic scholarships. I know she’s bummed with the reality check I gave her. I know we’re both bummed that the average debt stat doesn’t apply to her.</p>
<p>On the other hand, how can I be boo-hooing about not qualifying for more aid? It means we’re solvent, have a nice roof over our heads and pay our bills.</p>