Stay "in the know" as your child gets ready for the future.

As your child gets older, he or she will face educational and career decisions that can seem overwhelming. Do what you can to help ease your child's transition from high school, to college, to the "real" world.

To prepare for your role in this family event, educate yourself about educational costs, the college admissions process, and student aid.

• Your Child and Money

  Learn how to get your son or daughter off to a solid financial start.

• Making Sense of ACT/SAT Scores

  Understand the ACT¹ and SAT² tests so your child knows what to expect.

• Why Save for Your Child's Future?

  Avoid some of the common reasons why parents don't save for college.

• The Skyrocketing Costs of College

  Find out why college costs have been increasing and will continue to do so.

• You and the FAFSA®

  Ensure your child has access to as much student aid as possible.

• The Scholarship Search: Tips for Parents and Students

  Make the scholarship search your college-bound child's number one priority.

• Ask a Counselor

  Take a look at some common questions counselors get from parents.

²SAT is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.