<p>Maybe you need to give your parents some more concrete ideas about what you want to do with your college degree. For example, is your goal to become a doctor or engineer or major in computer science? Even if you don’t know what you want to major in it might be helpful to give them some examples of specific careers that you would not be able to do without a college degree. Also tell them about the money that someone in that profession makes. And of course you’ll want to point out all of the financial aid opportunities that you will have.</p>
<p>Often when people do not understand something it’s human nature to develop a fear of it. That’s where your parents are now. They need to be educated about the college process and their fear will decrease significantly. Find a sympathetic adult that they respect to talk with them – a teacher or a counselor.</p>