Category: College Life
10 Pieces of Advice for College Freshmen
Sheila Jones- August 19, 2021 0This story first appeared as a post in our Paying for College 101 FB Group. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. I’m reading posts ... Read More
Why Quality of Life in College Impacts Life After College
Road2College- July 20, 2021 0As founder of Road2College, much of my work centers on helping parents navigate two real concerns--how to get their students into college, and how to ... Read More
Sending Your Child to College: Advice From a Mom Who’s Been There
Melissa Shoultz- July 2, 2021 0A mom and member of our FB community shares her advice about sending your child off to college freshman year (edited for clarity and length). ... Read More
Checklist for Setting Your High School Senior Up for College Independence
Julia Lynn Rubin- June 29, 2021 0It may seem like only yesterday that your rising college freshman was beginning their high school career. My, how time flies! Now, they’re ready to ... Read More
Hard and Soft Job Skills: What Your College Student Needs to Have When They Graduate
Melanie Forstall Lemoine- June 17, 2021 0As your child nears the end of their college experience, they will have gained knowledge and understanding in their field of study. In order to ... Read More
Mentors in College—What They Are and Why They Matter
Karen Sosnoski- May 11, 2021 0Mentors in college can help your student develop interests, talents, support systems, even their life path once they leave your “nest.” Ron Lieber, New York ... Read More
The Best Way College Students Can Use LinkedIn
Aaron Long- May 6, 2021 0If you have any professional experience, you probably also have some familiarity with LinkedIn, the social media platform designed to facilitate networking. But what use ... Read More
Discounts for College Students
Hallie Underwood- April 16, 2021 0College isn’t cheap. College students know that, parents know that, and thankfully, so do many businesses. There are many discounts for college students that your ... Read More
Finding Summer Jobs for College Students During a Pandemic
Hallie Underwood- April 9, 2021 0For many students, the sunny months of summer break are an important time to work between semesters. Some extra money from a summer job can ... Read More
Beating the Sophomore Slump: A Guide to Getting Through the Second Year of College
Hallie Underwood- March 30, 2021 0How can you ensure your child has a successful and fulfilling second year of college? One aspect you and your child might note is the ... Read More