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6 Factors to Narrow Your College Search
Tweet Share on Facebook October 25, 2011 CommentStarting the college search is full of excitement and promise. Narrowing your results can be more difficult.
JULIE: Helping your student narrow their college search can be a complicated proposition. Some become very focused on a single school, and may need to be encouraged to consider a few alternatives. Others will like every school they visit or investigate, and may need help limiting their options to a more manageable number.
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7 Tips for Parents and Students to Master College Essays
Tweet Share on Facebook October 18, 2011 Comment (3)For some students, one of the most intimidating parts of the college application process is writing the application essay. And many scholarship applications—for both school and outside scholarships—require an essay as well. Here are some tips for both students and parents on mastering the college essay.
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7 Ways to Ensure a Healthy College Experience
Tweet Share on Facebook October 11, 2011 CommentCollege is often the time when a student begins to take ownership of his or her own health, but it comes with some important challenges, such as living in large groups where illnesses can spread quickly. Here are seven things you need to know about dealing with your health as a student and helping your child take over that process if you’re a parent.
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10 Considerations for a Part-Time Job in College
Tweet Share on Facebook October 4, 2011 Comment (1)Even if students come into school with some savings, money from graduation or a summer job tends to run out quickly. Because of this, students may want to consider a part-time job to keep income flowing throughout the year.
JULIE: For some, having their child work while in school isn't a choice; it's a necessity. When that's not the case, however, deciding whether your student should work can be a difficult decision, especially early on. Lindsey worked summers and school breaks during her freshman year, but didn't work while she was away at school. She carried a very full class load and focused on getting involved on campus instead.
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5 Questions for Students and Parents to Answer About College Finances
Tweet Share on Facebook September 27, 2011 Comment (1)JULIE: Hopefully you'll begin discussing finances with your college student long before they set foot on campus. But whenever you decide to have the "money talk," don't forget to cover these essentials:
1. Who is paying for what? There are seemingly as many different strategies for paying for college as there are families. Money can come from the student; the parents; from scholarships, loans, or grants; or a combination of sources.
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7 Considerations When Thinking About Greek Life
Tweet Share on Facebook September 20, 2011 Comment (3)For some people, being part of a fraternity or sorority is a major part of their college identity. Others pride themselves on being fiercely independent of the Greek system. Our experience has been somewhere in between.
JULIE: My husband and I were not members of a fraternity or sorority while in college, but many of our friends were. We generally saw it as being like most things—a mixed bag.
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5 Reasons for Getting Involved in College—And How to Go About It
Tweet Share on Facebook September 13, 2011 CommentThere's more to the college experience than the classroom. College campuses offer endless opportunities to get involved as well.
JULIE: Lindsey will tell you that her dad and I encourage involvement. Here are five reasons why we encourage it:
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9 Ways to Handle Homesickness
Tweet Share on Facebook September 6, 2011 Comment (2)College is often described as the "best time of your life," but the beginnings can sometimes be bumpy. That can certainly be the case if homesickness becomes part of the new college experience.
JULIE: As a parent, there is nothing worse than the helpless feeling you get when your child is suffering. And homesickness is one of those times when you feel the most helpless, because you're separated from him or her.
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10 Big and Small Ways to Save Money on College
Tweet Share on Facebook August 30, 2011 Comment (5)JULIE: It’s been exactly one year since my daughter, Lindsey, headed off to the University of Kansas as a freshman. Since then, one thing we've all learned a lot about is saving money on college costs. And we're lucky—Lindsey is a practical girl. While I was busy finding ways to save big money on college, she tackled making her money go farther once she got there. Here’s what we've learned:
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