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BigFuture Live Just for Parents
Join thousands of parents seeking guidance on helping their teen plan life after high school. Get answers from college planning and financial aid experts.
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2026
Free SAT Prep: What Every Parent Should Know
If your teen is taking the SAT during school or on a weekend this spring, don’t miss this live event on January 27.
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2026
Demystifying the Cost of College and How to Pay for It: A Parent’s Guide
There are so many parts to paying for college and we want to help you better understand them.
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2026
AP Planning for Next Year: How AP Can Support Your Teen’s Path
Did you know the classes you take in high school can provide a step forward in college and career?
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2026
Parent’s Guide to College Visits: How to Plan, What to Ask, and What to Look For
Are you gearing up for college visits over spring break? Join us to make every visit count.
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2026
Is My Teen Ready for College? Time Management, Organization, and Confidence for College
Today’s teens have a lot to balance, and it can be hard to keep everything in order.
Expert Advice for Parents
Our expert community is addressing your top concerns.
College Savings Accounts/529: How to Leverage Them to Pay for Your Teen’s College (2:38)
CSS Profile Explained: Why, What, and How for Parents (2:21)
Financial Aid: What To Do When? (3:00)
Find Your Teen’s Dream School with Jeff Selingo (3:04)
Your Teen Could Win $40,000
Motivate your teen to complete small, meaningful steps to plan for college, and they'll earn chances to win $40,000 and $500 scholarships from BigFuture each month.
✦ In Case You Missed It ✦
Rewatch the BigFuture Live Parent Series
Catch up on parent-focused events with expert advice on college and career planning.
PSAT/NMSQT Parent Night: Demystifying the Test (57:03)
FAFSA Night: Funding Your Teen’s Future (1:02:41)
CSS Profile Night: Unlock Aid for Your Teen (59:05)
Parent Support Night: Keeping Your Teen Inspired in High School (1:01:54)
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Financial Aid Terms 101 (2:53)
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AP to Prepare for College in High School (3:39)
Paying for College 101 (3:00)
How Much Does College Really Cost? (2:52)
