college parents

It's summer break and your college student is heading home, if they aren't home already. You're happy to see him or her and can't wait to spend some much needed quality time together. But what kinds of summer activities with your college student are there that would be enjoyable for both of you? After all, your student is no longer a child, yet, not quite old enough to fit in at your book club. To keep your student happy for the summer and to create fantastic memories together here are five unusual activities you may want to consider.

It's a given that most college parents want to help their kids out as much as possible. It's only natural — many parents knowing that success in college can be a great start to continued success in life.  Parents, however, may want to think twice about writing a blank check when sending their kids off to college.

Going to visit a college with your high school student is a great time to take advantage of the attention of school staff to get your questions asked.  It is also a good time for parents to step back and allow your child to take the lead.  Of course, many teenagers are not going to know all the important questions to ask, so you may want to lead your student a bit, and plant a few questions with them in advance.  

Your student may have a best friend or group of friends that he or she was inseparable with throughout high school. To avoid seperation, some students may be influenced to attend a college where their best friend or their group of friends is going. Other times, it may just be a coincidence that the college offers the curriculum and college lifestyle that each friend is seeking.

If your student and his or her best friend are planning to go to the same college together, here are some ways to ensure attending the same college is a smart idea.

Adjusting to life away from home may be difficult for students. But returning back home isn't the answer. Click read more to learn why.

Review these helpful tips from current college students on setting a budget.