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Saving for College: How Are Three Families Doing It?

It's never too early to start saving for college. Families like yours are taking advantage of tax-free college savings options today so that when it's time, the money will be there to support big dreams.

Seven Steps to Stay Ahead

EduGuide's founder and president offers seven stay-ahead strategies that keep students on the fast-track to success through high school.

Eight Ways To Earn College Credit in High School and One Way To Lose Out

Looking for a way to get ahead? Take the right courses, and you could start college with credits in hand already. Here are eight different options on how to earn these credits, and one that could set you back.

Myths that Hold High School Students Back

Think your senior year doesn't count? Not sure if you can pay for college? Believe everyone is looking out for you? These myths and more are disproved with tips for high school students on preparing for college success.

Taking the Core: A Choice That Changes Everything

Research consistently shows that the students most likely to succeed in college are the students who take the most difficult core courses in high school.

Inside the Core Courses : Recommendations from the Presidents Council

Get the inside scoop on the most important high school courses to take from experts at the Presidents Council, State Universities of Michigan.

Your Future Is In College

Think college isn't for you? Think again. Compared to a high school diploma, a college degree could earn you more than $1 million in your lifetime, a cooler job and better job security. Get on the college track by taking the ...

Do I Need A College Application Consultant?

Before you hire a college application consultant, read these tips from the National Association for College Admission Counseling.

What High School Courses Should I Take?

Don't fall into the trap of taking easy courses in high school. Students who take the toughest courses are also the students most likely to succeed in college and in work. Get the list of "must take" courses and set yourself ...

How to Study for and Take College Tests

Doing well on tests and earning good grades begins with good study habits. If your goal is to become a successful student, take the time to work on developing yours.

Kids Are Learning After School at Writing Workshops

One way to help young authors improve writing skills and stay motivated is to attend writing workshops. These workshops will help them identify goals to set while providing an outstanding education after school.

Middle School Ideas Should Include Smart Goal Setting for College

Middle school is not too soon for kids to begin asking, 'Is college right for me?' Smart goal setting begins with parents talking to children about the benefits of college.

Give Teens Advice About Algebra and Its Benefits to Them

When your child starts to moan about taking algebra, offer them the benefits listed in this article about how it can help improve their high school academics, meet college admission requirements, and even provide career job t...

Saving for College: Three Rules

You've heard the advice about saving for college before: start early, invest often, and don't wait. Learn more about these three key rules and why families should follow each one of them very carefully.

Saving for College: It's Never Too Late to Reduce Need for Financial Aid Loans

It's not too late to save. While financial aid loans will help, you can reduce future payments by putting money away now--even if your child is already in middle school.

College Placement Sample Tests

Colleges use placement tests to put freshmen students in the right courses. Get two links to commonly used tests.

EduGuide Offers Practical Advice for College-bound Students

Stress in teens is growing at an alarming rate, especially among college-age kids. EduGuide's publications and web site provide students and their families with advice on many topics, including how to survive in college.

Getting Smart in College: Einstein Had To Go to Class, Too

What's the key to getting good grades in college? Start with going to class (yes, every class) and asking questions.

Work on Your Master's Degree While You're Earning Your Bachelor's

Want to get a jump on things? Consider starting your master's degree as an undergraduate.

Internship + Academics = Success After College

Want to get a leg up on the job-seeking competition? Want to make sure you're in the right field? Get an internship.

All Abroad: The Benefits of Studying Overseas

Studying abroad offers students the best chance to experience the world, gain new understandings and become globally-minded leaders.

Achieve Dreams Earlier by Earning College Credit in High School

Want a head start on really achieving your dreams? Then start taking those college credits while still in high school. You'll develop college study skills which will ease student homework and give you a jump start.

Advice for Teenagers: Be Prepared for Extra College Expenses

Think your student loans for college will cover all your bases? Plan on being surprised. College students share their advice for teenagers who are just starting their higher education journey.

The Benefits of Going to College

College is costly, challenging, and time consuming. So why go? These five benefits of going to college should convince you that college is one of the best investments you could ever make.

Four Factors to Compare Financial Aid, Loans

Family home activities for every college-bound child include figuring out how to finance college. Get familiar with these terms, which you'll need to understand as you compare student loans for college.

College Costs Checklist

Planning a budget for freshman year? Be sure to include these costs.

Six Ways to Keep More of Your Money

Follow these six strategies to keep more money in your pocket when you're at college.

How I Answered the question, "What College Is Right for Me?"

What happens if you ask the question, What college is right for me? too late? What if you choose the wrong college? Read one young journalist's story of trial, error, and finally finding the right fit.

Find Your Dream College Checklist

Get the scoop from a recent graduate on factors to weigh when answering the question, What college is right for me. Learn how to prioritize factors from a school's quality to its distance from home.

How to Be a Good Roommate

Living with roommates requires good communication and constant compromise. A college junior shares her thoughts.

What College Is Right for Me?

Now that the acceptance letters are rolling in, how do you answer the question, "What college is right for me?" A college junior offers her advice for teenagers who are trying to make that difficult choice.

The Top Five Ways To Figure Out What I Want To Be When I Grow Up

It's not an easy choice, but these five strategies will help students (and parents helping students) narrow their options.

College Prep Checklist

Here's a list of often overlooked details that will lead to successful college admissions starting in grade 8.

Teenage Advice: Take High School Academics Seriously

One teen looks back and says she wishes she had taken her high school academics more seriously. Her advice for teenagers who want to achieve dreams, is to look ahead and care more about school.

Advice for Teenagers: Don't Slack in Achieving Your Dreams

A college student's advice for teenagers is to take high school academics seriously if they want to achieve their dreams. He suggests asking early, "Is college right for me?"

Achieving Your Dreams: What I Wish I Had Done in High School

Several college grads share their great advice for teenagers about achieving your dreams. They all warn against procrastinating and suggest starting to think about college early on.

Is College Right for Me? Four Roads to a College Degree

Is college right for me? This article provides an overview of four paths to college, including career training school, the military, associate's degree, and bachelor's degree.

Four Keys to Getting a Good Start

Get a good start in freshman year by following these four tips.

Four Steps to Success in College

Get advice from a college junior. She explains that success in college takes more than just showing up. For the best college courses—and the best college grades—keep these four steps in mind.

Six Places To Find Real Friends On Campus

Students who get involved in campus life and find good friends in college are more likely to graduate. Join the party and get the academic pay-offs too.

College Admission Requirements Are Indicators of Career Success

Education is the key to a secure future. College admission requirements are indicative of what is needed for career success. Improve grades now and improve the chances of a good job.

FERPA: Family Educational Rights Privacy Act

Many parents pride themselves on keeping track of their kids' grades in high school. If you are keeping close tabs on your high school student's homework now, enjoy this while it lasts.

Real Life Story: From Kinesiology Degree to Horse Management Certificate

After graduating with a kinesiology major from the University of Michigan, Natalie followed her heart, leaving a more conventional professional track to pursue a career in horse management.

How a College Visit Can Help Me Decide what College Is Right for Me

If you are a high school student asking ‘what college is right for me?’ a college visit can help you decide. Personal visits take students beyond the college brochure and Web site to experience what each campus is really lik...

What College Is Right for Me? Help Your Child Find Out through a College Visit

If your child is asking "What college is right for me?" a college visit can help. Personal visits take students beyond the college brochure and Web site to experience what each campus is really like.

Real Life Story: How College Visits Helped One Student Find His Dream College

When one student’s college search came down to two schools, overnight college visits helped him explore campus student life and decide on his dream college. Read about his experience.

Real Life Story: Trying on Joe College

Share a mom’s story of a son reluctant to leave his online world to take college credit courses in high school. Find out about community college experiences that build his confidence.

The Real Cost of College

College may seem expensive, but financial aid for students, through grants and scholarships, makes it possible for many students to afford college. This chart demonstrates the difference between the college’s price tag and wh...

Money-saving College Prep Advice for Teenagers

Taking challenging high school academics can mean big financial benefits in college. This article offers advice for teenagers on how their high school coursework can help them avoid paying for remedial classes, earn college c...

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