Reaching the Goal in Four: A Partnership Between Parent and Student
Traditionally, college education was assumed to reach completion in four years. However, studies indicate that recently more students are enrolled for five years to earn a bachelor's degree and, indeed, some college programs are requiring a five-year period for matriculation. For instance, with more and more educational opportunities available through colleges and universities, many students are eligible for work study programs, study abroad, internships and volunteer programs.
Study Abroad and International Students: IIE 2013 Data
study abroad pic by flickr user thompsonrivers Every year, the Institute of International Education releases data it compiles about U.S. students studying abroad and international students studying in the United States. The new dataset came out earlier this week. As always, these numbers are interesting. You can read various versions of the report here, but we’ve compiled a few of our favorite statistics below.
Student Loans For Everyone?
The Wall Street Journal published a provocative article - titled "Should anyone be eligible for student loans? Some economists say no" .
Wisconsin Public Radio Ideas Network
College students are moving in for the new school year, but some parents may not be emotionally ready for it. On August 31, 2011 Vicky Nelson, Editor of College Parents of America, talks to Joy Cardin, Ideas Network on Wisconsin Public Radio about the role of the parent, whether "helicopter parenting" is a good idea and how to deal with the empty nest when kids move out. Listen to the interview:
