Some kids just feel strongly about not going to colleges where they are a legacy/siblings attend/in state, whatever. My kids refused to consider schools where their siblings attended. My S did apply to a college his dad attended for grad school (Stanford). They sent a very nice letter about how much harder it is now to get in. He was rejected. Had the stats to be in the running, but it is a different world.
I would let her craft her own list, with your financial guidance.