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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m just remembering what it was like to apply in the late 90s.  I did everything including setting up the tours.  Why have things changed?[/quote]

I, too, went to college in the 90s and my parents picked what colleges we’d visit and “encouraged” which to apply to. Guess what, I bet we are equally self-sufficient adults (and I loved my college experience and launched into a great career, likely you did, too). [/quote]

All very reasonable---guiding your 17yo is not a bad thing.  Especially when the result is about launching you for your adult life and might cost $200K+.   Helping your kid find their fit, and one that the family can afford is essential. Oh, and a place where you could switch majors if needed (most kids do at least once) and still be happy is key.  Most 17yo do not know everything, despite the fact they may act like it at times.  Similarly, I will still help guide my kid while in college---note that guide is different that helicoptering---guide means being a sounding board and helping them learn what they need to do if they encounter an issue, but ultimately the kid does it themselves.  [/quote]

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