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Parents want one college. You want another. Now what?

A calmer way to have the college conversation using facts, priorities and a shortlist instead of a family debate championship.

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CollageKart Editorial22 Sep 2026 · 5 min read
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A calmer way to have the college conversation using facts, priorities and a shortlist instead of a family debate championship.

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You may be optimizing for different things

Students may focus on course, campus or independence while parents may focus on safety, cost, reputation and distance. Neither side is automatically irrational.

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