[DubaiSis]

I wouldn't let nature take its course, especially if it's a school where if you don't jump in as a freshman your chances significantly decrease. But I think bringing it up as irishpipes suggested is a great idea. You don't need to cram it down her throat, but if it is a school where she's at a real advantage to rush right away, explaining that to her would be the kind thing to do. How many girls show up at Alabama or Ole Miss, don't know any better and then are kicking themselves later because they didn't go through when they had the chance? If it's not that competitive, mentioning it and explaining why you liked it might be enough, and then she can handle it on her own time frame.