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What information do I need?

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Sources of information

Reality testing

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Using the information

Decide on Education
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Set educational goals

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3 After high school
Educational Plan

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Create a plan

Additional information

3 Review your plan
What's Next?


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Acting
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Decide on Education
3. after high school
Congratulations! You've considered your educational goals, confirmed your choice of potential future occupations, and researched the entry requirements of the occupations you have chosen. Now you know whether you will probably:
  • directly enter an occupation (for example, military service);
  • enroll in an employer sponsored on-the-job or apprenticeship training;
  • enroll in a vocational/technical school; or
  • enroll in college, and/or
  • obtain some other certification or licensing (for example as a Financial Planner, Realtor, or Hair Stylist)
picture of graducate in cap and gown If you plan to go on to college or some other type of education, you need to consider:
  • types of schools
  • size of program or institution
  • costs
  • admission requirements
  • whether program is accredited
  • entrance requirements
  • availability of financial assistance
  • residential and commuting options
  • geographic location
Talk to your career counselor and visit schools and request information on college admissions, programs, and financial aid options. Also consider how much it will cost you to live in different areas. View Reality Check Calculators.


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