The more that college parents know and understand about the college experience, the less we worry and the better we will be able to help our students to succeed and thrive throughout their college career. However, there is an overwhelming amount of information out there on the web. We’d like to help you find some of the information that might be most interesting and useful to you as a college parent.
In News and Views we share recent college related news and sources we’ve found as we do our research. We hope that this feature will help to introduce you to new ideas and to help you keep up with some of the current issues that may affect your college student – and you.
We invite you to read some of the articles suggested below – and to let us know what you think of some of the ideas included here in the comments below.
The 5 A’s of Facing Failure in College and Beyond
Handling failure isn’t easy, but reframing the experience and reflecting on how you can adjust your approach will help you move forward in a healthier, more productive way.
A CSS Profile School Can Be a Best Fit for Middle-Income Families
Don’t assume anything when it comes to potential financial aid. Do your homework. This article is a good place to start.
Sleeping Habits and University
We can’t say enough about the importance of sleep for students. See what you can do to help your student understand why it matters and get more sleep.
A Different Kind of Student Stress
This is one to read – and then to share with your student. Great strategies for handling student stress from an expert.
More strategies for studying and success. Is your student putting in the time?
How Student Loans Work: Applying, Borrowing, and Repayment
Almost everyone needs help financing a college education. The more you know the smarter your decisions will be.
Don’t helicopter-parent your kids into college. Let them take the lead
Putting your student in the driver’s seat of the college admission process is scary, but it will help them be in charge of their life when they get to college.
What Happens to Students Who Back Out of Early Decision Offers
An early decision agreement is not legally binding, but there can be consequences if a student rejects an offer.
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