How to Prepare for College: What Students & Parents Need to Know (College Transition Tips)

How do you actually prepare for college — beyond grades and test scores?

In this live conversation, Laura sits down with college transition educator and author Dr. Andrea Brenner (How to College) to unpack what truly prepares students for the move from high school to college. They discuss the emotional, social, and executive functioning skills students need to succeed during the first year of college — and what parents often underestimate about this transition.

This video is for:

• Parents preparing a teen for college

• High school students getting ready for college life

• Families navigating the transition from high school to higher education

• Anyone looking for practical college readiness tips

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• What “college readiness” really means

• Why academic success alone doesn’t guarantee a smooth college transition

• The independence, decision-making, and self-management skills students need

• How parents can better support teens before move-in day