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For Parents of Seniors

November/December 2009=

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In This Issue:=

	Helicopter Parent: Looking Past the Stereotype
	Finding and Winning Scholarships

	The College Interview
	FAFSA: The Ke= y to Financial Aid

Dear Parent,

Looking for scholarships, preparing for college interviews, pulling applications together—your senior has lots to get done. To top it off, the holidays, with all their distractions, are fast approaching. T= he urge to get overly involved can be practically irresistible. Learn how = you can help without overstepping your role.

Helicopter Parent: Looking Past the Stereotype

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You've probably heard of "helicopter parents." Despite all the attention they get in= the media, these hovering moms and dads may, in fact, be rare. And there's growing evidence that most parents need to take more, not less, inter= est in their children's education. Still, it's important to respect the n= eeds of maturing teens, leaving space for them to speak their minds and practice making their own decisions.

How do you know if you're striking a healthy balance? And what can you do about it if you're no= t?

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Finding and Winning Scholarships

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Did you know that many scholarships go unclaimed each year? Make sure you find the right sch= olarships for your child. Use our free online tool to sift through the wide ran= ge of merit-based and need-based awards given by foundations, corporatio= ns, and colleges. Bear in mind that to keep merit-based scholarships from= one year to the next, your child has to continue to perform well once in college. In fact, many colleges have additional funds earmarked for t= heir high-achieving students.

The first step is to devel= op an effective strategy. Your child should start with a personal invent= ory, research scholarships early, read eligibility requirements carefully,= and follow instructions to the letter.

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The College Interview

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Although the prospect may = make your child nervous, an admissions interview can be advantageous, even when it's not required. A face-to-face meeting is a unique way for the school to get a feel for who your child really is. You can help calm = your child's nerves by staging practice interviews. But remember, intervie= wers don't want to hear memorized answers. Your child should aim for a relaxed, conversational tone.

Expect questions about your child's most interesting and challenging experiences and classes. Interviewers might also ask about goals and the ways in which their school can help your child reach them. Your child should be knowledge= able about the school's programs and opportunities. Asking relevant and intelligent questions is just as important as answering them.

FAFSA: The Key= to Financial Aid

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January 1 is more than just the start of the new year for college-bound seniors—it's the fi= rst day they can submit the FAFSA. Although the FASFA looks complicated a= nd lengthy, it's worthwhile to complete and submit it. Carefully read and follow the instructions. It's a good idea to file the form as early as possible. Completing the FAFSA enables your child to start the financ= ial aid process and tap into the many federal and state resources that ma= ke college affordable. These opportunities include student grants, work-study, and loans.

First, complete your income tax returns; your child needs your tax information to answer many of = the questions. After submitting the FAFSA, you and your child have the ch= ance to review your information to make sure it's correct. At the same tim= e, you'll learn the preliminary estimate of the amount your family is expected to contribute to your child's education. It's known as the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and helps to determine any aid awa= rds your child receives.

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Important Links

Sending Your SAT® Scores

Financial Aid EasyPlanner

Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Calculator

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Your Child's November Action Plan

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