College application season is a stressful time for the students, but a stressful time for parents as well. It’s hard to step back after 18 years of holding their hands and let go of the reigns while they complete the application. If you don’t let go, however, you could be hurting your student more than … Continue reading 10 Things Parents Should Not Do on the College Application
January 2024 is waving goodbye and I thought it would be fun to take a look at the top 5 articles (the ones with the most views and engagement) from 2023. If you missed any of these, now’s your chance!
As the cost of higher education continues to rise, pursuing financial aid has become a crucial aspect of the college application process for many students and their families. Merit aid, awarded based on a student’s achievements and abilities rather than financial need, can significantly alleviate the financial burden associated with attending college. Both my children … Continue reading Navigating the Path to Merit Aid
Coaching ebook that is part of my Parenting for College Crash Course walks you through the college process.
These 8 worksheets will help you stay organized during the college prep process.
The most difficult part of the college process is figuring out how to pay for it.
College preparation does NOT begin during your student’s senior year. It starts in middle school with a discussion about college and decisions related to high school course selection and gets off to a running start their first day of high school. While you might be astonished and astounded by this statement, the truth is if … Continue reading Preparing for the College Admissions Process
With the school year in full swing, college-bound juniors are working on their college list. Narrowing down the college preferences can be difficult, especially when your student is indecisive or feels overwhelmed about the college process. These young students need guidance, even if they don’t think so or are hesitant to ask for help. When … Continue reading How I Helped My Daughter With Her College List
Have you ever wondered why there couldn’t be a “one-stop shop” for applying to college? By the time you’ve hopped all around the college sphere looking for the best information, it can be exhausting. Read this blog. Check out this website. Explore these options. It’s almost more than one parent can handle and it can … Continue reading Appily: A One-Stop College Shop
There isn’t any definitive answer to how much parents should contribute toward the cost of college. Some feel it’s the parent’s responsibility to pay for the entire cost. Others feel that the student should participate financially. And still, others believe the student is responsible for securing the loans, grants, and scholarships themselves and the parents … Continue reading How Much Should Parents Contribute Toward the Cost of College?
