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You have options for college. But you need a plan.
 

Discover Your Future

You can go to college. But getting there isn’t automatic. You have to start planning now. The resources in this section will help you think about your options and prioritize your goals for the future.

Why should you go to college?

A college education means more options, more money and a better life.By now you probably know that one of the best things you can do after high school is continue your education. At college, you try new things, meet new people and expand your understanding of the world and what it has to offer.Higher education also improves your chances of having the life and job you want. In most cases, the more education you have, the more careers and jobs you can choose from, and the more money you can earn.  Read more
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What you can expect to make without higher education.
In 2005, the median income of a high school graduate or GED recipient was $24,435. That’s $16,699 less than they would have earned with a bachelor’s degree.

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