When your teen reaches the age of 18, even though you may still think of them as children, under the law they have now achieved adult status. That status allows them to vote, serve in the military, serve on a jury, sign a contract, and get married without your consent. Although they still can’t do certain things, like drink alcohol or rent cars, their legal status is decidedly different than it was at 17.

While the summer before college shouldn’t be a drag filled with tasks and appointments, taking care of business in the summer goes a long way toward setting up your child (and you!) for a great freshman year. Pencil these in over the course of the summer.

Continued – Share these tips from current students to increase your student’s success in the classroom and general campus life. Students were recently asked by student accommodations and testing advisors what they wish they had known before coming to Missouri S&T.

Your student can get a head start on college success! Share these tips from current students to increase your student’s success in the classroom and communication with professors and advisors. Students were recently asked by student accommodations and testing advisors what they wish they knew before coming to Missouri S&T. Here are their answers in this two-part series.

Anyone can open a tax-advantaged 529 college savings plan, including students, parents, grandparents and other relatives. It is used to pay for college, but not all expenses qualify. Withdrawals from 529 plans are called distributions, and they must be used toward qualified education expenses – otherwise they will face federal income tax and a 10% penalty.

When you’re preparing to rent your first apartment, there’s a lot to consider. If you’re moving out for the first time, you might feel nervous about living on your own. Renting your place is exciting, but it can also feel intimidating. To prevent that feeling of overwhelm, we have a first-time renters guide to ensure you don’t miss a thing and you’ll be well on your way to finding the perfect apartment.

Late spring is a time of change for college students and their parents. As the semester ends and students leave campus life behind to return home for the summer, families often face a period of adjustment.

The last few weeks of spring semester on college campuses are hectic. Your student may drop off the radar while wrapping up classes and taking finals, so when you do make contact it’s important to touch on the most important things.

The First Year Fest will be held on Tuesday, Apr. 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. alongside the Student Union Board’s Block Party at the Jack Carney Puck. Students completing their first year on campus (including transfer students) will be invited to take pictures with friends in the photo booth, tie dye bucket hats or totes, register for fantastic prizes (including scholarships!), and enjoy walking tacos. Campus resource staff will be on hand to address any barriers that students might be facing in achieving academic success or in re-enrolling.

We’re all stressed these days and students are no different. They’re stressed and anxious and struggling with their mental health now more than ever. It’s not very comfortable when we feel stressed and anxious, but it’s worse watching someone you love struggle. A certain amount of stress is a normal part of college life. After […]