<p>I was born in the US but only lived there till I was 4. Then my family has been around the world due to my Dad's job. Currently we are living in Toronto Canada where I am attending my High School, but I am always thinking to get my college education back in the States. My question now is that if I continue my High School in Canada and then apply for the US Universities and financial aids whould I be considered equally as if I am graduated in a US High School? and when I apply, do I need to get a US address or using my currently address in Canada?
It's been a real struggle as if I ask my parents move back to the States that will force my Dad to loose his current job, but I really don't want to loose my chance to get my college education supported in the States.
Has anyone been in the same situation? and/or any advices suggestions? Thanks!</p>
<p>When you apply to college, you will use your Canadian address. Don’t worry about that! You are a US applicant for financial aid purposes because as a citizen you can file the FAFSA. That is a very good thing. For some colleges/universities your school records will be looked at by the admissions officer responsible for Canada because that is the person who knows how to interpret your records.</p>
<p>You probably do not have in-state status anywhere in the US so you do need to check the specific policies at each public college/university that you apply to. Some will consider you an in-state applicant if you move here, get a job and a place to live, and provide more than 50% of your own support for a year before applying to college.</p>
<p>There are many students in your situation. When you contact the colleges and universities on your list to ask for information, just let them know that you are a US citizen living outside the US, and they will be able to tell you what their application process is for students like you. </p>
<p>Wishing you all the best!</p>