Your Trusted Companion in the College Journey

The College UnMazed Parent Guide gives you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to support your teen every step of the way.

College Planning Is a Team Effort

As a parent, you play a vital role in your student's college and career readiness journey—but knowing how to help isn’t always easy. The Parent Guide is a clear, supportive companion to our Student Workbook, walking you through every key concept, timeline, and activity your teen is completing—so you can guide them with confidence.

  • Chapter-by-chapter walkthrough of the student workbook

  • Guidance on financial aid, building a college list, and admissions

  • Discussion prompts to foster meaningful family conversations

  • Checklists, definitions, and real-world examples

  • Strategies to support organization, independence, and informed decision-making

Part of the College Planning in a Box System

The Parent Guide is one part of a comprehensive system built to support students and families from exploration to enrollment. Our full College Planning in a Box includes:

  • 🧑‍🎓 Student Workbook: Your Guide to Navigate the High School to College Process

  • 👪 Parent Guide (This Book)

  • 📘 Mini-Books: Dual Enrollment & Homeschool Planning

  • 🧭 Mindmap Posters: Self & College Knowledge + LEADS Strategy

  • 🃏 My College Fit Priorities Card Sort

  • 📊 Worksheets, Trackers, and Planning Tools

Designed for Parents of Students in Grades 8-12

Designed for Parents of Students in Grades 8-12

Whether you’re just getting started or deep in the application process, the Parent Guide is your roadmap through the high school to college maze.

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