Getting back into the educational swing of things is not easy! It’s always best to set aside time to prepare for your whole college experience. The information in this unit focuses on many issues that adult college students face. Besides challenges like finding childcare, you will also find resources to help you brush up on […]
Today, more and more adults are going back to college. The National Center for Education Statistics reported that from 2000 to 2010 the amount of people age 25 and older going back to college increased by 42 percent! So although going back to school is tough, just remember that you are not alone. The benefits […]
In this activity you will explore answers to the questions, “Who am I?” “What do I like to do?” “What am I good at?” and “What is important to me in a job?” Answering these questions will help you make good decisions about what classes and education you will need to reach your career goals. […]
It’s great that you are motivated to go to college, but often motivation isn’t enough. College is very different from high school and adult education programs. In order to do well in college, you need to equip yourself with the proper tools that will help you complete each course successfully. People take in information in […]
Identifying what you are good at Knowing how your skills, talents, values, and interests translate into possible jobs or careers Matching your skills, etc. to existing jobs or careers Matching your career goals to your financial needs Matching your career goals to your educational needs Making good decisions for yourself Finding ways to meet your […]
Going back to school as a Veteran is not an easy task, but it will have a huge positive impact on your future career. As a veteran, there are many benefits and programs available to support you throughout your entire educational journey. The application for all potential Veteran-student benefits can be found on the U.S. […]
You may have a disability that affects how you learn. Having a disability does not have to prevent you from going to college. This page includes information about your rights, ways to study, and services available to you. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 This law protects the civil rights of students with […]
In the Career Planning unit, you were given the opportunity to figure out your career goals. If you did not work out your career goals, we highly recommend that you do this before you continue. It is always a good to have an idea of what you want to do before you start school so you […]
The United States government sets aside billions of dollars each year to help college students pay for their education. If you are a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen with valid documents, you can apply for this federal aid by completing a form called the FAFSA. Filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student […]
When you have exhausted all other possibilities for getting enough money to pay for your college expenses, you can take out a loan. A loan is borrowed money that you must pay back with interest. Some loans are better than others. Question: Is it better to take out a car loan or education loan? Why? […]
College is not free, but with careful planning you may get some (or all) of your tuition and expenses covered. In this unit, you’ll find information on loans, grants, and scholarships as well as how to create a budget, how to cut costs, and how to take advantage of education tax breaks. To check to […]
Every student who attends college is assigned an advisor. Your advisor is responsible for helping you select classes to meet your degree requirements. You should have received the name and contact information for your advisor when you received your acceptance letter. If not, call the admissions office and request this information. Call your advisor and […]
If you’ve been out of school for a while, it’s a good idea to brush up on your academic skills or perhaps even learn some new skills. You may want to start a study group with friends who are also applying to college, so you can help each other. You will need to do a […]
Depending on your placement test scores, you may need to take extra courses to help you prepare for college-level courses. At some colleges, these extra courses are mandatory in order for you to start your program of study; at other schools they are recommended but not required. Transition courses help students brush up on basic […]