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College can be one of the most exhilarating, fulfilling and challenging times of a person's life. Do your homework now and get tips, stories and advice to help your favorite student make the most of the next four years.

Matters of the Heart

		A Letter to My Daughter A financial writer imparts some wisdom to his daughter.			Keeping the Connection Treat your children with a gift that will remind them of home—and you.
		How to Feel Confident Find out how women can tone down the self-criticism.			Learning to Let Go Dealing with the dreaded empty nest syndrome
		Care Package Ideas Surprise your favorite student with a treat from home.			College 101: A Parent's Guide Daphne Oz's tips for sending your kids off to school.

College Life Prep

Dorm Room Decorating Tips
Nate Berkus shares seven ways to take a dorm room from drab to fab.

Supply List

Download our essential college supplies list to make sure they're ready for life on their own.

		Beauty Bonus Gizmos that really work!			Get Ready Fast 50 ways to speed up your beauty routine.
		Drugstore Finds Great makeup for less money.

Budget Buys

		Fall Fun Pick-me-ups for under $100.			To Dye For Color your own hair at home.
		Dermatologist Picks Cheap cleansers and moisturizers that work.

Money Matters

How to Pay for College
Suze Orman has some things you should consider to help pay for your kids' education.

Quiz: Ready to Start Saving for College?
Five simple questions to check your savings IQ

	Credit Card Help Get your kids credit-smart before they head off to college.			Budget Help for Students Our worksheets, quizzes and calculators allow your student to budget his money.
	Landing a Job Get tips for how your college student can land her first job.			$10 Flights Home and More 25 ways to save a bundle.

Published on July 17, 2009

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