For Parents
Get advice on how you can help your child pay for college and learn about how other parents are preparing for the next phase of their child’s life.


6 Reasons Parents Should Attend College Orientation
Parent college orientation sessions are a great way to dispel some of your worries and help you get the important information you need about your student's transition to college.

This Mom Revamps Approach to Helping Her Second Kid with College

5 Ways Parents Can Power Through the College Application Process

Marital Status and the FAFSA®: Expert Answers to Your Questions

Off to College? 8 College Moving Tips Parents Recommend

What Parents Should Do After Receiving College Award Letters

The Debate: Should Parents Post About Their Kid’s College Acceptances on Social Media?

Advice for Parents About College Admissions

How to Handle Your Child’s College Process When You’re Divorced

What College Prep Resources Are Worth the Money?

My Kid's in High School. How Do I Save for College Now?

What Parents Need to Do for a Smooth Freshman Move-in Day

How Does My Federal Student Loan Debt Impact My Teen’s FAFSA®?

How to Report Your Income on the FAFSA®

Should You Consider Alternative Ways to Pay for College?

Your Child’s College Decision: How to Help Without Overstepping

5 Financial Changes Parents Should Make If They’re Paying for College

5 Things to Know Before Your Child’s Award Letters Arrive

Conversations You Should Have with Your Kid Before the First Tuition Payment

The Class Every Parent Should Teach: Money Management 101

How to Make the Most of the Final Semester with Your Teen

The Parent’s Guide to Cosigning a Private Student Loan

Where To Draw The Line In Your Child’s College Application Process

Senior Year Checklist for Parents: Help Your Child Prepare
