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AdviceFreshman Year Loneliness Is Normal — Here’s What to Tell Your Student Before They Leave
This story was first shared in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. Kellsey Stokes is a wife and mom of two who attended […]
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AdviceSteps to Success: A Full-Ride Scholarship Recipient’s Guide to the College Admission Process
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. The name of the member has been omitted to protect […]
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AdviceDetermining Your College Budget: Affordability vs. What You’re Willing to Pay
This article is sponsored by College Ave Student Loans, dedicated to helping students and families pay for higher education. One of the most important steps to take before researching and […]
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High school to collegeMoney Management for Teenagers
As a mom, I’m learning that “the money talk” with teenagers is about more than money—it’s about family values and recognizing that everyone may not be on the same page. […]
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AdviceAn Ivy League Journey: From Yale to Medical School
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. The name of the member has been omitted to protect […]
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ApplyAmusing Reasons Why Students Rejected Colleges
A parent in our Paying for College 101 FB Group recently asked the community for some of the most “interesting” reasons why kids turned down a college. They came through […]
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AdviceShowing Demonstrated Interest in a College Helps Prevent Being Labeled a “Stealth Applicant”
There’s nothing secretive about applying to college. So, what do admissions officers mean when they refer to some students as “stealth applicants?” And what does demonstrated interest have to do […]
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AdviceOur Family’s Direct-Admit Nursing Program Journey
A parent shares how her student got into several direct-admit nursing programs that offered merit and financial aid.
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High school to collegeCollege Dorm Checklist: Full List and Advice for Parents of Incoming Freshmen
Moving into a college dorm is a significant milestone, representing the first step towards independence and the start of a new adventure. However, the transition can be overwhelming, especially if […]
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SurviveHigh School Transition to College: A Parent’s Guide
I remember the initial relief I felt after we placed the college deposit for our daughter, and the rush of anxiety that immediately followed about what came next. After two […]
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AdviceA Mother’s Guide: Transforming College Admissions into Bonding Time
College applications can be a bonding time with your child! Read on to learn how we turned stress into success.
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ApplyEarly Decision Colleges: Read the Fine Print
Here’s what to know before committing to an Early Decision college.
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Advice10 Ways a Parent Can Help Their Student Prepare for College
As a parent, your involvement and support are invaluable in helping your high school child prepare for college. Here are 10 tips for success.
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College AdmissionsWhat Is a Good GPA? See How You Stack Up
Colleges and even employers use a student’s GPA to help determine aptitude. But defining a “good GPA” depends on different calculations – and how various colleges and employers view grade […]
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AdviceAviation Schools Are Taking Off
For students interested in becoming pilots, the number of aviation schools have been growing at a rate of 2.3% per year between 2018 and 2023, which means opportunities abound. A […]
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AdviceHow a Student With a 2.7 GPA Got Into 19 Colleges
You don’t have to have a high GPA to get into college and qualify for merit aid. One parent shares her student’s inspiring story.
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AdviceHow Students Should Spend the Summer Before Senior Year
With just one summer left before high-school students graduate, parents had ideas for how to best spend that time.
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AdviceThe Common Black College Application Lowers Costs and Stress
Parents dish about how the Common Black College Application makes it easy to apply to more schools and earn more scholarships.
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AdviceHow Students Can Earn Employee Scholarships for College
Find out how one student tapped into employee scholarships twice to help pay for college!
