Your teen has reached that all important milestone of graduating high school and it’s time to start looking at colleges. What types of things should the graduate and parent consider when selecting the right college for the student?
One of the first things to consider is a community college or university. Community colleges are a great starting place, especially if the student has not selected a major. They are also more cost effective than a four year university. If the graduate knows exactly what they want to do and is ready for the challenges of a four year university, explore those. Be …
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Preparing for College
Making the Grade In College
Freshman college students are going to be overwhelmed with new experiences and opportunities. They'll be on their own for the first time which for many means having to deal with all the basics of laundry and feeding themselves. There also won't be a mom or dad standing over their shoulder making sure they do all their homework. What happens next in their lives is on them. Fortunately, they won't be in this alone. Most everyone else in the freshman class will be going through the same types of experiences. There can be great comfort found in shared "woes."
However, the challenge facing …
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