Luna De La Rosa, Mari. 2006. <em>Is Opportunity Knocking? Low-Income Students' Perceptions of College and Financial Aid.</em> American Behavioral Scientist 49(12): 1670&#8212;1686.<br />
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	Luna De La Rosa surveyed 11th and 12th graders in seven high schools in Los Angeles about how they learn about college and financial aid, and whether the information they receive impacts their college-going plans. The author finds that almost 80 percent of 11th and 12th graders rely on teachers, counselors, and coaches for financial aid information, followed closely by college representatives, family, and friends and classmates. The internet, media sources, and community organizations are less frequently cited as sources. Luna De La Rosa also suggests that parental educational levels can affect college aspirations and the likelihood that students will talk to them about financial aid. The author concludes that college and financial aid information create opportunities for low-income students to attend college, but this information must be integrated in the school and community to be effective.