Spring is upon us in most areas of the country this month and with that comes the realization that the school year is coming to an end. If you have been applying for scholarships for the better part of the year, this can be a time of great apprehension. The financial worries are real as…
Read More6 College Scams to Watch for and How to Avoid Them
It’s no secret that scam artists prey on the vulnerable. They often focus on finding individuals with access to money but may be naïve about certain aspects of the adult world. And that makes college students the perfect mark. Often, college students are away from home for the first time in their lives. They are…
Read MoreHomesick Child? Here’s How to Help
As a parent, the last thing you want is for your child to be homesick when they head to college. Most students have mixed emotions as they strike out on their own, often feeling excited about this new direction, but also anxious about what the future holds. In some cases, the negative emotions have your child…
Read MoreEmpty Nest? How to Cope When Your Child Goes to College
After 18 years, it’s finally happened: your child is going to college. While this is an exciting time, it can also be an anxious one, especially for parents of young adults who suddenly have an empty nest. Conflicting feelings during moments like these are common. Let’s face it; you’re proud that your child is going…
Read MoreHow to Start Managing Money with Your Teen
Most high schools in the US don’t teach basic personal finance skills to students. That leaves parents to teach children about money management. Luckily, going over skills related to managing money with your teen doesn’t have to be difficult. However, it should be considered a necessity to pass this information along. Here’s what you need…
Read MoreDorm Room Checklist & How to Set Up on a Budget
If your child is heading to college this fall, you’re going to need things to help make that space comfortable. But deciding exactly what they will need and how to purchase everything on a budget isn’t necessarily easy or intuitive. That’s why we decided to create a dorm room checklist and share some critical items…
Read More4 Graduation Party Foods & Tips for Great Graduation Celebration
Disclosure: There are some affiliate links below, but these are all products I highly recommend. I won’t put anything on this page that I haven’t verified and/or personally used. If you have a high school or college senior, it’s almost time for a graduation celebration! If you plan on hosting the event and intend to…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning for Your High School Senior Heading to College
Spring cleaning is a tradition in many households, giving everyone a chance to get rid of the old and make room for the new. But spring cleaning with your high school senior might require different steps, especially if they will be heading away to college in the fall. Often, they need to do more than…
Read MoreParent’s Guide to Freshman Orientation: Everything You Need to Know
If your student is trying to avoid debt, scholarships are a great option. They can cover a range of college costs and don’t have to be paid back. If you and your student want to learn about scholarships, sign up for our free college scholarship webinar! Take a quick trip over to http://thescholarshipsystem.com/freewebinar to reserve a spot…
Read MoreHelping Your Child With Choosing the Right College
The best way to know your child is choosing the right college depends on numerous factors. So, before you let the confusion surrounding the topic overwhelm you, here are some tips to make the whole decision more manageable.
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