Going Away to College
Your high school years are coming to an end. No more bag lunches, no more detention and quite possibly no more math homework. Graduation is near or has already passed, but you are still unsure what you are going to do. Remember, you have many options to consider.
Preparing for college or university requires a little education in itself. Our Pursuing Post Secondary Education package has a lot of useful information that may help make your decision a little easier.
Going to university or college costs a lot of money. Many students require part time jobs or student loans to pay for tuition and living expenses. Simple living while in college can help reduce the amount of debt you graduate with.
Spectra Credit Union is proud to offer the Vern Buck Post Secondary Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded each year to a student in their second year of post secondary education. Application deadline is August 31st of each year.
Letting Go for Parents
Sending your child off to college for the first time isn't easy. But it can be especially tough on "helicopter parents," those who tend to hover over their children and can have a hard time letting go.
What happens when your student comes home for the holidays? Things have changed since you sent your 'child' off to school. After months, or years of living on their own, what type of expectations will you have of one another when they come home for a visit?
Are you ready to send your student out the door for their post secondary education? Do you still have questions and are not sure where to get some answers? This article will give you some tips when send your student 'Off to College'.
