You’re a new college parent! Your student has graduated from high school and you’re ready to take a break from that long, tough admission process.

Then comes summer!

This may feel like a finish line, but it just the beginning of another journey. And like any journey there are a lot of preparations necessary to be ready.

The summer before college can be a busy, crazy, scary, exciting summer. Things need to get done! But if you’re not sure what you need to do or where to start, it can all feel overwhelming.

Wouldn’t it be nice if someone could take you step-by-step through this important summer from Deposit to Move-in Day? Someone who could tell you what you need to know, what you need to do, and what important conversations you need to have with your student?

Here at College Parent Central we’ve got you covered. We’re excited to announce our new E-book, The Summer Before College: A Parent Survival Guide from Deposit to Move-in, written by Vicki Nelson and based on her more than forty years working in higher education. This is the guidebook you need for this busy summer. From Deposit to Move-In Day, you’ll know what topics to cover and what needs to be done to be sure your student is not just excited about starting college, but is prepared and confident, too.

This book takes you step-by-step through the summer with information about what you need to know, what to do, and what important conversations you need to have with your student. From Deposit to Move-In Day, you’ll be able to make sure your student is not just excited about starting college, but is prepared and confident, too. And, of course, that means less worry for you, as well.

With some focused work over the summer, every student can make a successful transition in the fall – and every parent can get through the summer without the overwhelm.

We invite you to let this book be your guide.

In 49 (short) chapters, this book helps you

• know what to expect
• complete the things you need to address immediately,
• know which things can be done throughout the summer,
• Identify last-minute discussions with your student,
• plan for a successful Move-in Day,
• settle into your new coaching role once you return home.

The Summer Before College: A Parent Survival Guide from Deposit to Move-In provides all of the guidance you need to help your student feel prepared and confident. It will help you tame the paperwork, help your student plan an appropriate schedule of classes and prepare for living with a roommate, help both of you prepare for orientation and make important summer decisions you may not have anticipated.

Please take a few minutes to learn more about The Summer Before College: A Parent Survival Guide from Deposit to Move-In  and get started now making sure both you and your student are on track for a successful transition.

This book is available only on the College Parent Central website. Check it out now.