How savings affect financial aid
Saving for college pays, even when it comes to receiving financial aid. Here's why.
Why 4 years of college financing might not be enough
They may be attending four-year institutions, but most students take longer to get their bachelor's degrees. So how will parents and students pay for the extra years?
Get ready for college reading
Here's what to do to make sure your student is prepared for college-level reading.
How to help your child get ready for the SAT or ACT
There is no secret trick to getting a high score on the SAT or ACT, but there are ways you can help your child get ready for these tests.
Do the electives high »ÆÉ«appers choose matter to colleges?
In addition to challenging academic classes, college-bound students need to take electives that cultivate their interests, strengths, and special talents.
Web tools help find the right college for your student
These Web sites provide tools to help narrow the field for your college-seeking student.
Help your child find the right college
Figure out the most important things a college needs to offer to find a place where your teen will be happy and successful.
Campus visit: make the most of college tours
Here's how you can help your teen make the most out of a campus visit.
Is college right for your child?
College is expensive and your child doesn't have a clue about a career path. Is it really worth it? Read on before you decide.
College hopefuls may need help processing letters of acceptance — or rejection
Parents can help their high »ÆÉ«app seniors put college admissions decisions in perspective.
ACT or SAT: What’s the difference?
Find out how these two college admissions tests differ and whether your student should take one or the other, or both.
CTE programs offer diverse options for teens
Today's vocational or CTE programs can expand your child's choices for rewarding work and even kickstart their future career.
Getting a job, getting a life: The workplace and young people with LD
Expert advice for parents on starting early to help kids with learning disabilities prepare for success in the workplace.
Resources for adults with learning disabilities & ADHD
Learning disabilities and AD/HD are usually lifelong conditions. This list of resources is geared toward adults living with those challenges.
Transition planning for students with IEPs
Learn how this part of the IEP allows a teen in special education to outline goals that will help him achieve his post-high »ÆÉ«app plans.
What do you want to be? Parents and counselors give teens career guidance
High »ÆÉ«app students need direction on their career path, and parents and counselors each play a key role.
Smoothing your child's transition to middle »ÆÉ«app
Planning and conversation will ease your tween's anxiety about meeting the new, complex demands of middle »ÆÉ«app.
How to spark passions that will shape your child's future
When kids aren't thriving in »ÆÉ«app, finding what motivates them can help them grow.
Declaration of independence: developing life skills for teens with LD
An expert outlines the skills your teenager with LD and/or ADHD must develop to function as an independent adult, and how you can help.
College resources for students with LD or ADHD
Whether your teen with LD or AD/HD is college-bound or already on campus, he'll find this resource list invaluable.
Yes! Sign me up for updates relevant to my child's grade.
Please enter a valid email address
Thank you for signing up!
Server Issue: Please try again later. Sorry for the inconvenience