college parents

Times they are a changin'. Your child is getting ready to embark on a new adventure and start college. Whether your student will move thousands of miles away or live in your basement, your role as parent will look different than it has until now. Before the change is official, make time to sit down and DTR - define the relationship.

Follow these tips to be prepared and enjoy Parent's weekend.

As college life quickly approaches, keep these tips in mind to handle the jitters.

Here are a few ways to help your student protect themself from swine flu.

By doing a little research, you can save the equivalent of a year's worth of late-night coffee breaks on your student's textbooks.

Here are a few tips to help your student register for the right classes.

New college students have a lot to learn about life on their own. Simultaneously, they are facing many challenges as they adjust to new lifestyles and campus patterns of living and learning. Many college freshmen – indeed, some transfer students as well – will deal with day-to-day costs they never before experienced.

Here are 11 not-so-obvious suggestions for your college checklist.

Read more to find a few tips that will help your college student have a better college experience.

Here is a checklist for students by academic year to help them prepare throughout college for their dream job.

Are you worried about being able to pay for tuition this fall? Make sure to speak directly with the school first!

Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), more parents and students will qualify over the next two years for a tax credit, the American Opportunity Credit, to pay for college expenses.

Wait until after lunch to read these food safety tips from the USDA for college students!

Are you curious about 529 Plans? A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan designed to encourage saving for future college costs. 529 plans, legally known as "qualified tuition plans," are sponsored by states, state agencies, or educational institutions and are authorized by Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code.

As students prepare to begin or return to college, making sure they have everything they need to be successful can be challenging.