Need Advice / Realistic Chances of Merit Aid for Niece

<p>^ That too! </p>

<p>I’ve sent niece an email clearly stating the difference between CC + transfer and taking a gap year and retaining her classification as an entering freshman. Now it’s up to her to decide on her own game plan. I think deep down she knows it’s very possible her parents won’t be able to help. Hard to get hit smack in the face with a “life really isn’t fair lesson” at the age of 18! </p>

<p>Thanks for all the words of support and suggestions. I’ll update next month when CC starts and she makes her decision to go or not.</p>

<p>ILAUnt…I may have missed it, but from what university did your niece receive the full ride (which she turned down)?</p>

<p>HSG</p>