College Parents of America
About Us
College Parents of America is the only national membership association dedicated to advocating and to serving on behalf of current and future college parents.
College Parents of America members include not only parents, but also colleges and universities, local school systems, corporations, associations and other organizations dedicated to making higher education accessible – and successful – for all Americans.
Contact Information
College Parents of America
2000 N. 14th Street, Suite 800
Arlington, Virginia 22201-2540
Articles by College Parents of America
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Future College Parents
From establishing a college savings plan for your toddler to helping your high school senior decide which college offer...
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Common Myths - Re: Grades in College
Now that College Parents of America is gaining wider awareness among the public and greater acceptance in the higher...
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A College Degree and a Dollar Will Get You Four Quarters
A Texas prison inmate wrote me recently asking for a free copy of my book after reading about it in a newspaper column...
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Helping Your College Student Stay Healthy
At College Parents of America, we are dedicated to finding and providing to you the very best medical information as it...
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Fact Sheet: Alcohol
As the following statistics on the use and abuse of alcohol on college campuses illustrates, excessive and irresponsible...
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What to Expect When You Attend Parent Orientation
With child about to graduate from high school, you are probably wondering about many issues related to their transition...
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In Defense of Helicopter Parents
College Parents of America (CPA) often finds itself in the position of defending parents and our behavior in support of...
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Parents, Teens and Money: Where Should You Begin?
"How do I pick the right credit card?" "What happens if I don't pay my bills on time?" "Why do I always run out of...
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Building Trust Between Colleges and Parents
Presidents of colleges and universities love to talk. They love to talk about the schools they lead, and why they are...
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Health Care's Financial Toll on College Parents
Many college students find themselves spending time in the university student health center. Fortunately, many...
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