Kickstart College Planning

Is your student looking toward a future in higher education? If so, the sooner students start the planning process, the better prepared they will be.

In this episode, Terri and Liz chat with planner, teacher, and mother of three, Julie Dillow, about what parents can do to help their students begin the application process and develop a manageable college funding strategy. They cover everything from career assessment and selecting schools, to funding options and scholarships.

 

Important Notes:

• Encourage your kids to explore career options while in middle school or early high school to get a jump start on the scholarship and application process.
• Taking dual credit enrollment classes can save a lot of money on tuition costs.
• Use sites like fastweb.com to explore and apply to scholarships and try out college apps like Niche to learn about different colleges and their rankings.
• Consider other education options for cost savings like attending a two-year school then transferring to a four year, or maybe finding a job with an employer who will cover a portion of education costs.
• Attend Triangle's free College Night event to meet with college representatives and learn about college funding from New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF).
• View the episode transcript.

 

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