HS College Planning Tips: for week of July 26

• research job trends
• explore careers
• understand your aptitude for certain careers
• prepare for college exams
• search for colleges
• compare colleges
• get the college application ready

  If no, you need to get going FAST. Deadlines are in the Fall. You need to have this information ready.

  Jump to our "late starter file" to catch up

There are three categories schools that should be listed:

1. 2-3 schools that you could definitely get in
2. 4-5 schools that you could probably get in
3. 7-8 schools that you would like to get in

   If the application submission costs for 16 or more schools is too high, narrow your search to 3-3-3.

• Colleges:
  generally smaller in size. They offer 4-year degree programs (BA and BS) and many 2-year Associate degrees.

• Universities:
  larger institutions with specialized degrees in business, engineering, pre-med, etc. They offer 2-year, 4-year, and many graduate and professional degrees.

• Community / Junior Colleges:
  a small college offering 2-year Associate degrees. Many students attend local community colleges with the intent to transfer to a larger institution to further their education.

• Online Programs:
  offered by small and large accredited universities. Programs are offered online with potentially some campus visit during the online course.

• Vocational / Career Schools:
  specialized schools of training for specialized trade jobs such as mechanics, computer technicians, medical assistants, etc. Programs may vary requiring only a few weeks to complete while others may require a year or more. Upon completion, graduates will receive a license, certificate or an Associate Degree.

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