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College Planning

Higher education is a big decision for parents and kids alike. In the Metro Parent Guide to College Planning, families in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, Michigan can find the insight and advice they need. Consider it your one-stop shop for choosing, preparing for, affording, applying to and attending college.

Affording College

Scholarships for High School Students in Michigan

Christina Clark -
Looking for some free money to help pay for your child's college education? Here's a list of great scholarships for high school students in Michigan.
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Attending College

What I Wish I Knew: A Former Student’s Advice to Incoming College Freshmen

Alyssa Asaro -
Metro Parent's 2020 winter intern offers her advice to incoming college freshmen on making the most of the experience and what she wish she knew before her college years.
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Attending College

Getting the First Year of College Started Off Right

Kari Zaffarano -
The first year of college comes with a ton of change. Take a look at the dos and don'ts for parents and students and how to balance it all.
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Applying for College

Questions Potential College Students Should Ask Themselves

Pam Houghton -
These are the 11 questions potential college students should ask themselves before heading off — and what parents should consider, too.
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Affording College

How to Avoid the Scholarship Scams

Amanda Rahn -
There are people out there looking to take advantage of students searching for financial aid. Learn to manage your search and avoid scholarship scams.
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Preparing for College

Ready for What’s Next? A Guide for Parents of College-Bound Kids

Sherri Kolade -
College can be scary and confusing for both kids and parents. Here's a guide for parents on preparing their kids for what is yet to come.
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Preparing for College

How to Get the Most Out of High School Programs

Amanda Rahn -
Challenging high school courses can prove to universities that a student is committed to working hard. Here's some advice on getting the most out of high school classes.
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Preparing for College

How to Give Your Social Media a Clean Up

Anasie Tayyen -
Colleges and universities look at students' digital presence, so it's important that future students give their social media a cleanup. Here's how.
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College Planning

College Dorm Checklist: The Dorm Room Essentials

Megan Krueger -
Students living on the college campus have a lot to buy for school. Browse this dorm room checklist to help your child compile their college shopping list.
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Affording College

Affording College Checklist for Students and Parents

Jessica Schrader -
The expenses can be big, but they're manageable with some planning and knowing your options. Explore this affording college checklist to get your bearings.
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Choosing a College

Choosing a College Checklist for Students and Parents

Kristen J. Gough -
Whether it's in-Michigan or out-of-state, the tuition or the type of school and campus, the decisions are complex. This choosing a college checklist can help.
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Applying for College

Applying for College Checklist for Students and Parents

Kristen J. Gough -
From coming up with the list to writing the essay, it can be a big puzzle. Discover some of the key pieces with this applying for college checklist.
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