Look beyond the "college prep" label
Many schools claim to be college preparatory, but do they do anything outside the ordinary to set kids on the road to college?
Assessing high schools
Our resident school-choice expert offers deal-breakers and red flags on assessing high schools from a distance.
10 tips for your teen from recent grads
Recent college grads share their best advice about what they wish they'd known (and done) in high school.
The top 5 reasons to avoid a high school
If you're searching for a high school, these are red flags that the school may not be the best one for your child.
High School Graduation and the Beginning of Adult Life Bring Joy and Trepidation
Relief and worry battle it out as a mom anticipates launching her son with LD into life after high school.
10 Hottest Careers for College Graduates
Experts predict where the jobs will be in 2016.
Why community college?
Community colleges were developed for two major purposes: to be a bridge from high school to college and to prepare students for the job market.
What if your teen wants to skip college
Your child may want to delay college or skip it altogether. But he still needs an education. Here's how you can help.
A middle school parent's college prep guide
You and your child need to start planning for college no later than middle school. Here are seven steps your child and family should take.
Helping your child connect school to work
Your middle schooler may not understand why learning algebra, science or how to write essays matters. You can help make those school-to-life connections.
What college costs... really
How much money will you need for college? We’ve broken it down for you, including often-overlooked and hidden expenses.
Alternate routes to high school success
Is high school holding your ambitious student back? There are alternatives to high school that may appeal to your teen.
Is your child ready for college math?
Help your high school student gain the necessary math skills to succeed in college and beyond.
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?
529 Plans: Look Before You Leap
Opening a 529 plan can help you save for college, but you need to do your homework to avoid expensive mistakes.
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 schoolers 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.
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