For those of you telling the OP that it is too early to start looking at colleges, you are way off base. It is never too early. You assume that mom hasn’t given the necessary attention to her daughter to this point. But if, as a parent, you have faith in your child’s academic direction, and recognize their future collegiate and professional potential, then why not start the search early and be on the ball when the time comes. I know way too many HS juniors and seniors (and their parents) that have not prepared themselves and are trapped into making uninformed decsions when it comes to college choices. My son is currently a Sophomore, and due to his drive, focus, and planning, he is getting much more attention from his teachers and counselors in his college preparation.