College is a challenging experience even for the most prepared high school students.  Success in college requires a combination of intellectual ability, hard work, and support from university resources and family.  The role that parents play in the success of their college student is critically important, but the college scene has changed in the last 20 years, as has the student, so where should parents begin? 
 
From advice on generational differences, to selecting a best-fit school, to preparing to go off to college, this insider’s guide provides direct and honest advice for parents on what the pre-matriculation priorities should be, and how to maximize your student’s success during their first year at university. Find out what to expect during orientation, how navigate the first day of the classes, and the must dos to successfully complete the freshman year; this guide provides the reader with the straight scoop on what to do and what common pitfalls to avoid.
 
A must-read for every parent of a future college student to help formulate their own parenting approach, identify what key first-year-of-college issues demand their attention, contribute appropriately to their college student’s success, and ultimately bring the college student and parent together to celebrate their student’s achievements.