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Dear Roadie: Do Parents Need to Become College Admission Experts? I’m So Lost

Dear Roadie,  I’m the mother of a 10th-grader, and I’m realizing I need a crash course in college admissions. I...

Dear Roadie, My Son Returned From Orientation Hating the College He Chose. What Now?

Dear Roadie, I’m a bit freaked out. My son returned from his two-day college orientation and said he hated everything:...

How Many Colleges Should You Apply To? Use This Method

Today’s students apply to as many as 10 to 20 colleges to ensure they have a good option when the...

Dream School Too Expensive? Consider Other Options — Or It Will Cost You

A recent post in the Paying for College 101 Facebook Group mentioned a student who was admitted to her dream...

Dear Roadie, My Daughter Wants Me to Spend a Small Fortune Decorating Her Dorm Room. How Much Is Too Much?

Dear Roadie, My daughter tells me that all her friends are putting a lot of effort and money into decorating...

6 Types of Insurance for College Students and How to Save on Them

Students have multiple insurance options when they head off college. Most have health insurance, but many families may not be...