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For the years leading up to and through college, College Parents of America has created a suite of tools to help parents navigate the overwhelming amount of information that exists online and in publication. From a glossary of terms used in education and finance, to a college search engine, to an e-newsletter that delivers information as it is needed in a child's academic career, the Parent Resource Center is your one-stop shop for the most useful and up-to-date information available to future and current college parents.
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College SearchWith over 3,000 colleges and universities in America , helping your child to find the right “fit” can be daunting! Use these online match-up services to narrow down the search, then, check out the sites and books listed below for valuable tips on visiting and selecting schools.
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English-Spanish Translation of TermsThis guide was created by a workgroup of education, student financial aid, and Spanish language experts, who drew upon and reconciled preexisting glossaries to develop a single, easy-to-use reference tool that could facilitate the creation of more consistent Spanish-language materials about higher education and student financial aid.
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Financial Aid & ScholarshipsIt is possible for virtually every child in America to attend the college to which he/she is accepted – regardless of cost – but it requires research and effort to uncover the financial aid and scholarship options available. The resources listed below will help your child apply for financial aid, explore scholarship opportunities and evaluate loan options, and to discover fellowship and grant opportunities that will help finance his/her higher education.
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BookstoreCollege Parents of America recommends the insightful books and valuable guides for parents and students that are listed below. Click on the title for reviews and purchase information. (Members of College Parents of America: Save 30% on guides published by Thomson Peterson’s.)
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GlossaryFind the meanings of common terms and acronyms used in education and college financing.