College Countdown – Insight for parents with high school juniors and seniors.
Well,
Hello there!
My name is Patricia Roberts and I’ve spent over 20 years helping families prepare for the cost of higher education. I recently teamed up with ScholarShare 529 to host this website — College Countdown.
I’m proud to offer the resources on this site to families with college-bound kids. It’s my joy to be a part of your journey.
Welcome to College Countdown.
Patricia Roberts, J.D.
College Savings Advocate
College Countdown
Timeline
High School
Junior Year
Socrates’s statement, “Know thyself,” holds true for this year of the college search.
Fall
Encourage Good Study Habits – Keep Grades Up
Consider AP Classes, Dual Enrollment, SAT/ACT Prep Courses, College Ready Courses
Encourage Your Child to Connect with HS Guidance Counselor, College Admissions Counselor
Spring
Start Writing Your College Essays
Senior Year
Susan Sontag’s statement, “Do stuff. Not waiting for inspiration’s shove or society’s kiss on your forehead,” holds true for this year of the college search.
Fall
Avoid Senioritis
Obtain FSA IDs for FAFSA
Learn Which Colleges on Your List Require CSS Profile, FAFSA, Supplemental FA Forms
Submit College Applications
Spring
Request Transcripts
Complete Scholarship Applications
Graduation
The Parent
Advisory Council
The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is a group of ScholarShare 529 parents with children already using their 529 savings for college. That means they know a few things about college and are eager to share perspectives and insights with you as your teenager begins their college adventure. They have all signed up to be a resource for any of our members to talk to one-on-one. This is a group of parents who have been there, done that. Now, they’re ready to share insights, answer questions, and exchange stories with you.