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The 3-Year College Degree Is Coming… But Here’s What Families Need to Understand career exploration change major college admissions college affordability college costs college experience college planning college prep financial aid for parents for students high school parent stress paying for college teen mental health Mar 20, 2026

There’s a shift happening in higher education: Colleges are trying to turn a 4-year degree into a 3-year degree.

On the surface, it sounds like a win:

  • Less cost
  • Less debt
  • Faster income
  • A clearer, more “get in, get out” approach

And honestly? That’s why it’s gaining traction. Because let’s ...

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How to Talk About Paying for College Without Creating Panic college admissions college affordability college costs college planning financial aid net price calculator parent mental health parent stress parent's college stress series parenting teens paying for college Mar 18, 2026

Part 3 of 4: Money Conversations - This article is part of The Parent’s College Stress Series - a 4-part series designed to help you stay steady, supportive, and strategic during the college process.

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