College can be exciting for you and your student. It can also be a little scary. There is a big difference between a parents' involvement in the K-12 system and college. There are no more annual meetings where you get to help with the planning of your student's next year. College personnel talk to your son or daughter instead of to you. In college, students are considered to be adults and are treated as such. Many parents find this an abrupt and uncomfortable transition. Important things for you to know include:
