You want your child to dream big — and be whatever she or he wants to be. That bright future ahead is exciting, but it can also feel pretty overwhelming. Will my kids be prepared for college? What about the tuition costs? Those are two of the heftiest worries that weigh on parents’ minds when it comes to higher education. Fortunately, though, you don’t have to go it alone. Metro Parent’s Making Your Child’s College Dreams Come True, sponsored by MESP, offers support and resources to set you and your child up for less stress and more success. Our college planning checklists have you covered from grade school to high school, and our tips for affording college detail the methods, the deadlines and, of course, the scholarships. Get top advice and school success tips for preparing your child academically for college life. Look in our preparing for college section for what you need to know when college is in sight. Get ready to be empowered — and help make your child’s dreams come true. And check back here often for even more college-prep content!
Making Your Child’s College Dreams Come True
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School Success Tips
As students know, being prepared is essential to making the grade. The same goes for college planning. Our handy checklists break down the essentials at different grades, from honing study habits and exploring careers to standardized tests and application forms.
College Planning Checklists
As students know, being prepared is essential to making the grade. The same goes for college planning. Our handy checklists break down the essentials at different grades, from honing study habits and exploring careers to standardized tests and application forms.
Affording College
It’s never too early to start saving for college. That said, whatever your child’s age, there are many ways to fund and defray tuition. Discover the ins and outs of 529 savings plans, like MESP, along with scholarships, financial aid, grants and more.
Preparing for College
What can parents and students do to prepare themselves for the college years? A lot! Get tips from college students and experts on gap years, choosing the right college, increasing your chances of a success and much more.
MESP, managed by TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing Inc. on behalf of the Michigan Department of Treasury, is one of three Michigan Section 529 plans sold directly to families who are saving for college. MESP offers Michigan taxpayers a state income tax deduction on contributions and potential tax-free growth on earnings if account proceeds are used to pay for qualified higher education expenses. MESP can be used at any eligible college, university or trade school in the nation and some abroad for a variety of costs, including tuition, fees, certain room and board costs, books, supplies and equipment required for enrollment. Get more information about helping your child or grandchild afford their college dream with an MESP college savings account.
