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College Adjustment

Facts about on-campus adjustment

High school vs. college

The change affects more areas than you think.

Freshman phases

Much like seasons change, freshman students experience changes in a predictable pattern. Read more to stay one step ahead.

Survival skills for parents

Having a student in college can overwhelm even the most seasoned parents. Check out our tips for coping with the changes.

The parent’s complete guide to nagging

As a parent you know there are times to bug your kids about getting things done, and times that you should let them learn on their own. Read about the suggested times you should dust off your coaching skills even though your student is in college.

What if your student’s not a freshman?

Transfer students can feel just as out of the loop as a new freshman. Read our tips on everything from financial aid forms to scoring a copy of the campus map. By the first day of school, your student is going to feel like a professional adventurer.

Things to remember

General guidance for making your student’s first year as stress-free as possible.