Should Parents Pay for College?
Many adults struggle with the question “should parents pay for college” in regards to their children. And, why wouldn’t they? Common convention often recommends adults with kids start saving for their future tuition needs, and some even forgo retirement planning to do it. It’s not a surprise really. Parents often feel that their children’s needs…
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Homesick 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…
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7 High Paying Jobs for College Students & High Schoolers
For many, the idea of working while going to college is less than ideal. No one wants to have to add a job to their list of responsibilities surrounding their education. However, having a source of income may be a necessity. And that’s what makes finding high-paying jobs for college students so critical. If your…
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The Scholarship System 2nd Annual Scholarship Results
At The Scholarship System, one of our core beliefs is to avoid student loan debt or limit it to the lowest amount possible. While sometimes it can be inevitable, we always stress that there are two sides to graduating debt-free: reducing the amount of money needed and earning debt-free money to cover what you do…
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What EVERY Student Should Do Before Their High School Senior Year
Starting senior year in high school is exciting! Your child has put in a lot of time and energy to make it this far, and that’s an accomplishment worth recognizing. While your student’s senior year should include a lot of fun, it’s also important that they lay the groundwork for a bright future. Certain preparations…
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18 Tasks Every Athlete Needs To Do When Tackling College Recruiting
This is a guest post from Betty Baird Kregor, an expert at helping student-athletes find the best fit for college. Strength is a character trait that we call upon throughout our entire lives. Successful college athletes have the opportunity to build strength that will last them a lifetime. Physical strength is secondary to the emotional…
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9 Insanely Useful Apps for College Students and High Schoolers
As we get closer to the beginning of the new school year, many children (and parents) are looking for ways to make managing the year easier. Luckily, there are plenty of apps for college students and high schoolers that can help your child get organized, take notes, study, and more. Since your high school or…
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How 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…
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Is College Worth It? How to Help Your Child Decide If It’s the Best Option
Going to college is expensive and time-consuming, leaving many to wonder, “Is college worth it?” A “four-year degree” actually takes closer to six years to complete on average, and the mean cost per year is over $28,000 for public schools, approximately $60,000 a year for private college, and around $70,000 annually for elite universities –…
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How to Pay for College
How to pay for college? That’s one of the biggest questions most parents and students ask when it comes to obtaining higher education. While the question is simple, the answer can seem shockingly complex. There are numerous options when it comes to paying for college, and it can be challenging to sort through them to…
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