A Resource Book for Parents

PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR COLLEGE

INTRODUCTION

I. General Questions About College
Why attend college?
What types of colleges exist?
What kinds of jobs are available to college graduates?

II. Preparing for College
What can my child do to prepare academically for college?
What can my child do outside the classroom to prepare for college?

III. Choosing a College
How can my child go about choosing a college?

IV. Financing a College Education
How much does a college education cost?
How can I afford to send my child to college?
Are there other ways to keep the cost of college down?

V. Long-Range Planning
How do I set up a long-range plan?
College Preparation Checklist for Students
Financial Preparation Checklist for Parents
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