Has your family got a Grandpa or Grandma who’s always thinking, “What can I do to be loving and helpful right now?”
As the kids get older, this Grandma or Grandpa may want to be helpful with college prep.
Especially if they can make a big impact—without paying a penny of the college costs out of their own pockets.
When I was interviewed on the Cool Grandpa podcast, I covered how grandparents can help with this—without using any of their own money.
(Plus, I covered one creative idea Grandpa or Grandma can use no matter what age their grandchild is right now. Just newly born, entering middle school, or about to graduate.)
If you’re a Grandma or Grandpa—or if you love someone who is—listen here:
You’ll hear ideas most people never think of for making a grandchild’s college experience far less expensive—and far more effective.
These are all ideas that build your relationship with your grandkids and your grown kids—inspiring them to feel deeply grateful for you.
This high-energy interview was 59 minutes long—but you’ll find great value in just the first 18 minutes.
Grandpa and Grandma can also find this interview here:
bit.ly/coolgrandpapodcast
If you’re a grandparent, it’ll help you to leave a legacy that will long outlast you.
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Who is Jeannie Burlowski?
Jeannie is a full-time academic strategist, podcast host, and sought-after speaker for students ages 12–26, their parents, and the professionals who serve them. Her writing, speaking, and podcasting help parents set their kids up to graduate college debt-free, ready to jump directly into careers they excel at and love. Her work has been featured in publications such as The Huffington Post, USA Today, Parents Magazine, and US News & World Report, as well as on CBS News.
Jeannie also helps students apply to law, medical, business, and grad school at her website GetIntoMedSchool.com. You can follow her on Bluesky @jburlowski.bsky.social.
No part of this article was written using AI.
This article was updated on November 13th, 2025.