It’s almost here! Your student is looking forward to leaving your home soon for their first year of college. They are excited about meeting new friends, ordering late night pizza, and stepping out on their own. Which are all great, but let’s also be practical. To reduce misunderstandings or conflict, here are some nitty-gritty talking points you may want to discuss with your student before they leave for college.

The process of getting ready for college can be a time of true excitement for what’s to come, and yet it is a big life transition that we often forget to fully acknowledge. Adjusting to life away from home, managing a challenging academic load, balancing part-time or even full-time work, while also trying to make friends in an unfamiliar environment is overwhelming.

When a student reflects on his or her college experience, what do they hope to remember? Lifelong friends, riveting classroom discussions, and walking across that stage to get their diplomas are all highlights of the university experience. But in today’s quickly evolving job market, there’s one thing students should be adding to their list of […]

If your child had an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or a 504 Plan in high school, you’ve been able to play a role in their educational process. You’ve had access to the people who are providing supports and services. And you’ve been able to monitor how well those supports were implemented.

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.