An ajustment of status application filed now may be covered by the CSPA and allowed to proceed, I think this is what Steph is talking about. There are precise formula in this Act for calculating when a beneficiary under the act ages out. This Act is very complicated and I do not really profess to understand it, you need a professional. The original poster needs to see an attorney now and quick as such applicatons take a while to prepare. The important thing is not to sit and do nothing as the daughter will effectively then become illegal at 18, wheras at the moment her age is protecting her. 18 is the age regarding illegal status, irrespective of attending college etc. Most colleges demand proof of legal status anyway .