Helping middle schoolers develop strong study skills, self-advocacy tools, and extracurricular interests can help set them up for success later in their academic careers. |
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Getting into college may be the easy part for your student, but did you ever think about making sure they stay in school? Here are some tips to make sure your college student will make it through to graduation. |
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Choosing a plan of study that appropriately prepares students for college means balancing a practical workload with the level of rigor colleges look for. |
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As an academic steppingstone or for further education, community colleges are a great option for students of all ages. Know the pros and cons before applying. |
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When preparing your students for college, don’t forget to make use of state based aid. Knowing where to look for scholarships and merit-based money can help your family make ends meet before turning to borrowing. |
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Extracurricular activities can be a good way to set students apart when applying for college, and can even help them earn scholarship money. But what’s the right balance? |
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If you’ve exhausted all your options for grants and scholarships you’re likely going to be considering loans. Learn about the four kinds of student loans and which your family might be eligible for. |
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Traditional university education not the right fit? Career and technical education centers prepare individuals for jobs that don’t necessarily require an advanced degree. |
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Touring a college campus can be overwhelming. But these questions can help you to make the most of your tours so you and your child can make the best possible choice. |
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It seems pretty obvious, but parents should teach their kids that getting good grades now pays off with more money and options for college. |
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Regardless of planning, paying for college can be daunting for any family. Learn how the federal government can help your family pay for school. |
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College selection is an enormous decision. Emotions, aspirations and finances collide. Knowing where to look for college financing—based on your student’s profile—will help make the process smoother. |
Jamie Dickenson, MBA, CEP
Independent Educational Consultant specializing in college admissions and financial aid, motivational speaker, business coach and owner of Jamie Dickenson, LLC., IEC Advisors, and Yoga Power, LLC.
Jamie Dickenson is not affiliated with Hartford Funds. Hartford Funds has separately contracted with Ms. Dickenson to provide additional insight about college savings issues.