if not college, then what?. differences in pay: do i really need to go to college?

IF NOT COLLEGE, THEN WHAT?

Differences In Pay: Do I Really Need To Go To College?

Military Opportunities

5 Branches of the Military Check out all options before deciding

Take the ASVAB test early so you can retake it if necessary

Benefits of the military: Educational benefits Advanced training Housing and food allowances (or free housing

on base) Health and Dental care World Travel Pension

Vocational/Trade Schools

Privately-owned schools that teach students the skills needed to perform a specific job.

Can be much more expensive than attending a regular college Sometimes the same certificate can be

earned at a community college Examples of vocational careers:

Hairstylist Automotive Technician Medical Assistant Truck Driver

Apprenticeships An apprenticeship is a combination of on-

the-job training and related instruction in which workers learn the skills necessary for an occupation

Must be 18, have a high school diploma and have the physical ability to perform these jobs.

Some apprenticeships have aptitude tests that workers must perform well on.

Check out the Texas Workforce Commission’s website for opportunities http://www.twc.state.tx.us/

Friday’s Topic - Paying The Way

Learn about financial aid options and how to pay for college

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Kansas State University

University of Louisiana- Lafayette

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Columbia University

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Texas State University

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University of Oregon

North Carolina State University

Penn State University

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Mississippi State University

University of North Texas

Purdue University