Is applying to 4 colleges enough, with all my choices being out-of-state? Are they wise choices?

[mom2collegekids]

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<p>My other parent is on their own, living off government income with no income of her own. I should of clarified with that!
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<p>will that parent fill out the NCP forms for the schools that give the best aid?</p>