Getting ready for college can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is hard to know where to start, let alone what needs to be done. Whether you want to do it for your children or they want to do it themselves, it can get really complicated. So, where do you begin? What needs to be done? And what resources do you have? Take a deep breath; you’ve found a great place to start!

The earlier you can start, the better. Sure, you see jokes about the sixteen-year-old who stresses over their favorite college. But, that isn’t necessarily a bad idea. You don’t want to stress over it, but starting early is a good way to make sure you are making the right choice, and it’s a good motivator! Start thinking about SATs and transcripts for college. Some colleges even want you to write something about why you should be chosen to attend. Or even recommendation letters.