Some parents might take over the process because they're concerned that their children don't communicate with them. Here are some Dos and Don't s for Parents:
DON'T:
- discuss your child's ACT/SAT test scores at cocktail parties
- contact colleges more than once or twice
- ask questions at the college visit information sessions
- pretend to be your child on the phone and call the college(see #1)
- answer questions interviewers pose to the child
- fill out applications
- write the essays
- dictate the college list
DO:
- encourage your teen to contact the admissions representative with questions
- make the travel arrangements for college visits
- insure that your child has a process for researching colleges
- find someone to educate you about financial aid and scholarships
- ask your teen questions and really listen to the answers
- check out information at: www.unigo.com
Watch this blog for future topics on how to start conversations with your children that will lead to finding the right college match.
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