Helping students to and through college

For Parents

T2C Studio | Grand Rapids Center for College Success

Parents Need Help, Too

We Understand

You, the parent of a student, probably have a lot going on. Not only do you have your day-to-day struggles, but now, more than ever, your student needs help and guidance. Luckily, T2C Studio is here to support you, answer questions, and help ensure that your student gets to and through college successfully.

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The key is to be present. Keep communication open about college choices, funding, and other real-world barriers. You don’t have to have the means to cover tuition out of pocket to be a good parent — sometimes they just need your support. Visit the Studio to learn more about how to support your student.

How Parents Can Help

Help your student remember upcoming deadlines
Fill out FAFSA together
Drive to campus visits
Talk with your student about their vision and goals for college
Remind your student that it’s ok to feel overwhelmed or nervous about college
Hold them accountable

“Given that I am a person who found the transition from High School to (and through) College to be seamless, I realize it can be easy to overlook and underestimate the effort put forth by the T2C studio for me and my peers to be successful in college. But when I think back to everything that was done to prepare me, I have no choice but to be thankful for the work that was done.”

Joshua P.

“T2C Studios directed me into the path of academic success, while helping me secure financial support to get through college. Shayla and all the T2C staff are always positive, encouraging, and keep me motivated to strive for greatness.”

Ja’Von F.

“The T2C Studio has helped me with the whole college process from scholarships, FASFA, college applications and more. If it wasn’t for the T2C Studio, I don’t know were I would be today. With their help I was able to go to Ferris State University with as little debt as possible. Thanks to Shayla Willis, Omar Gonzalez and the rest of the T2C Studio staff for helping invest in my future. Without a community network, resources and individuals that care this wouldn’t be possible.”

Shayla H.

“The Studio helps you navigate how to get to and through college. I would say it’s valuable because we need this space and the resources because it directs us on the right path. Whether it’s academic or simple advice, the Studio has helped me a lot.”

Halima S.

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Parents Need Help, Too

We Understand

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