The college application process can be as confusing for parents as it is for their kids! Some teenagers become so overwhelmed by the college application process that they seem to shut down, ignoring deadlines and parental reminders as if they expect colleges to come knocking on the door. To other students, applying to college can symbolize the transition from dependence to independence, causing them become hyper-sensitive when their parents show even the slightest personal stake in their process. As a result, wanting the best for your son or daughter can be interpreted as your attempt to control his or her future.