<p>One option that could be researched is what GED policies are in your state. For us, D took the GED when she was 16 or 17, after her JR year in HS & was allowed to start CC the next month. She otherwise could not have enrolled in CC & would have had to either be homeschooled or enroll in a HS for SR year. After one semester of CC, she applied to transfer & was accepted to begin after her 3rd semester of CC. It might be an inexpensive way for your D to get some college credits that could be applied toward her degree.</p>
<p>I would also want to be as sure as possible that your child has no depression or other issues that can & should be optimally treated now, before considering her going away to college & all that such a transition will entail.</p>