25 Ways to Make College Pay Off

Book excerpt: You've got a teenager poised to leave the safety of home and high school, and you're probably more jittery than your child and churning with questions. Will she do well in college? Can he handle the freedom? Will she be one of the 54% who don't graduate in four years? Now you can ensure that the money you worked so hard to save isn't spent in vain. As a parent you have more power than you think. With the right advice, you can help your college student develop skills that employers actually want, make the most out of unpaid internships, get his first job, and leave school well-prepared for the real world. Witty, easy to read, and surprisingly honest, 25 Ways to Make College Pay Off will help put your child on the path to growing up, taking charge of the future, and achieving a rewarding career and self-sufficient life. Book jacket.