Parents
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Article College Flexibility and COVID-19: Expert Q&A
Parents are concerned with how the coronavirus is going to affect their students' futures. We've got advice from an expert consultant to help ease your stress!
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Article The Best Time to Get Your Student a Tutor, Plus Where to Find One
Admitting your student needs a tutor is step one in getting them the academic help they need. Here are the times to take note and places to look for a tutor.
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Article Parents, It's Time to Communicate About College Costs
Some parents put off the money talk with their students far longer than they should. Here's why you should talk about college costs early in the search process.
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Ask the Experts How Can I Support My College Student From a Distance?
It’s hard letting your student go to college and feeling like you can't take care of them, but you can! Here's some advice on supporting your student from afar.
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Blog Plan Ahead, Pay Less: Top College Financial Advice for High School Parents
The cost of college is daunting, but you want to help your student tackle it. Here's some great advice on how you can pay less with some early preparation.
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Article A Guide to Letting Go: How to Cope When Your Teen Leaves for College
Letting go can be hard for some parents. Here's some advice from a college insider if you're coping with sending a student to college for the first time.
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Article How to Resolve Conflict With Your Student in the College Search
The college admission process can be contentious between parents and students. Here's how to find a balance and resolve any conflict with your teen.
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Blog 4 Great Reasons for Your Student to Consider Community College
Community college is a smart step for students and their families for many reasons. Here are three great ones to consider during the college search!
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Blog Everything Parents Need to Know Before Opening a 529 College Savings Plan
529 plans are a common way for parents to save for a child’s higher education, but what exactly are they and how do you set them up? Here's what to know.
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Ask the Experts How Can My Student Find a College With a Good ROI?
Obviously, you want your student to go to a college that’s worth the cost. But how do you determine a school's return on investment? Here's some expert advice.
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Article Important Steps to Learn Smart Money Borrowing Practices
Sometimes parents have to borrow money on behalf of their student to afford college. Before you sign any papers, learn these important borrowing practices.
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Ask the Experts What Is the Common Data Set for Colleges?
You may have heard the phrase Common Data Set thrown around in regard to college admission. But what is it and how does it help you? Our experts weigh in.
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