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POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION!
POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION!
...is any kind of education (College, Community College, Technical School, Certificate Program) that you get in addition to your High School Diploma. This usually means that you can make a lot more money that with only a High School Diploma, because you have additional education and skills.
What’s the deal with COLLEGE?!
What’s the deal with COLLEGE?!
You might think that college is just high school continued, but it’s not. College opens doors for you that high school doesn’t. And college can change you and shape you in ways that you might not imagine.
You might think that college is just high school continued, but it’s not. College opens doors for you that high school doesn’t. And college can change you and shape you in ways that you might not imagine.
Unlock Opportunities
Unlock Opportunities
Thanks to all the knowledge, skills and experience you’ll gain in college, you’ll be able to adapt to a greater variety of jobs and careers. Statistics show that a college diploma can help you:
Thanks to all the knowledge, skills and experience you’ll gain in college, you’ll be able to adapt to a greater variety of jobs and careers. Statistics show that a college diploma can help you:
- Get a job
- Keep a job
- Make more money
Source: U.S. Census Bureau Note: Chart shows 2008 median earnings for full-time workers at least 25 years old
Want to learn some basic college lingo?
Want to learn some basic college lingo?
Check out the ABC's of College!
Check out the ABC's of College!
College is about much more than just course work!
College is about much more than just course work!
A campus is its own world, and students have the chance to experience a wide range of activities. For example, college students may be able to:
A campus is its own world, and students have the chance to experience a wide range of activities. For example, college students may be able to:
Publish newspapers
Publish newspapers
Create TV and radio broadcasts
Create TV and radio broadcasts
Run their own government
Run their own government
Stage performances
Stage performances
Play sports
Play sports
Volunteer to improve their communities
Volunteer to improve their communities
Participate in fun clubs (There are LOTS of cool clubs! UNC-CH even has a rock climbing club!)
Participate in fun clubs (There are LOTS of cool clubs! UNC-CH even has a rock climbing club!)
The list goes on. And, you don’t have to live on campus to experience campus life.
The list goes on. And, you don’t have to live on campus to experience campus life.
Learn about NC Colleges and Universities
Learn about NC Colleges and Universities
Isn't college expensive? How can I pay for it?
Isn't college expensive? How can I pay for it?
Check out College Majors and Careers here
Check out College Majors and Careers here
I don't want to go to college! Is that OK?
I don't want to go to college! Is that OK?
What Degrees can you earn in College?
What Degrees can you earn in College?
Types of College Degrees
Types of College Degrees
When most people refer to a "college" degree, they mean a four-year bachelor degree. However, there are many types of college degrees and there are pros and cons to each one. The key is figuring out which one is the right one for you.
When most people refer to a "college" degree, they mean a four-year bachelor degree. However, there are many types of college degrees and there are pros and cons to each one. The key is figuring out which one is the right one for you.
Determining which degree to earn really just depends on what you want to accomplish with your education and which career path you want to pursue. Every career has its own unique set of education and/or training requirements. And often, there is more than one education path to career success!
Determining which degree to earn really just depends on what you want to accomplish with your education and which career path you want to pursue. Every career has its own unique set of education and/or training requirements. And often, there is more than one education path to career success!
For example, to become a doctor in the United States requires a medical license which can only be obtained by earning a medical degree from an accredited medical schools. Alternatively, if you want to become an investment banker you can pursue a Master's of Business Administration (MBA), a degree in finance, economics or even accounting. Typically, the more challenging the career, the higher the education requirement. However, most degrees, regardless of level or focus, will open up new doors and opportunities -- so it's worth earning a degree.
For example, to become a doctor in the United States requires a medical license which can only be obtained by earning a medical degree from an accredited medical schools. Alternatively, if you want to become an investment banker you can pursue a Master's of Business Administration (MBA), a degree in finance, economics or even accounting. Typically, the more challenging the career, the higher the education requirement. However, most degrees, regardless of level or focus, will open up new doors and opportunities -- so it's worth earning a degree.
Universities and community colleges award degrees at varying levels, from associate's degrees to doctoral degrees. When comparing different degrees, students can consider which program best fits their career goals and academic interests.
Universities and community colleges award degrees at varying levels, from associate's degrees to doctoral degrees. When comparing different degrees, students can consider which program best fits their career goals and academic interests.
There are four major categories of degrees available for postsecondary students: associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
There are four major categories of degrees available for postsecondary students: associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
Associate's Degrees
Associate's Degrees
Associate-level programs offer different degrees for a variety of careers. These 2-year programs may provide the necessary training to prepare students for entry-level positions in fields like nursing, graphic design, and other vocational areas. Associate degree programs are most commonly available from community colleges and technical schools.
Associate-level programs offer different degrees for a variety of careers. These 2-year programs may provide the necessary training to prepare students for entry-level positions in fields like nursing, graphic design, and other vocational areas. Associate degree programs are most commonly available from community colleges and technical schools.
Completing an associate degree program may qualify graduates to enter the workforce. Transferable associate degree programs cover the general education requirements needed to continue a student's education at a 4-year university. The most common degrees available at the associate level include the following:
Completing an associate degree program may qualify graduates to enter the workforce. Transferable associate degree programs cover the general education requirements needed to continue a student's education at a 4-year university. The most common degrees available at the associate level include the following:
- Associate of Arts (A.A.)
- Associate of Science (A.S.)
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees – A bachelor’s degree is awarded after four years of study at a college. The bachelor of arts (BA) and bachelor of science (BS) are the most common. This degree requires general education courses like English and history, courses specific to your major, and electives to explore other areas of interest. This degree is also called an undergraduate degree. Examples of careers requiring bachelor’s degrees are teacher and engineer.
Bachelor’s Degrees – A bachelor’s degree is awarded after four years of study at a college. The bachelor of arts (BA) and bachelor of science (BS) are the most common. This degree requires general education courses like English and history, courses specific to your major, and electives to explore other areas of interest. This degree is also called an undergraduate degree. Examples of careers requiring bachelor’s degrees are teacher and engineer.
A bachelor's degree is also usually required for admittance into a graduate program. The different types of degrees available in a bachelor's degree program include the following:
A bachelor's degree is also usually required for admittance into a graduate program. The different types of degrees available in a bachelor's degree program include the following:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS)
Master's Degrees
Master's Degrees
Master's degree programs are graduate programs that let students specialize in an area of study. They typically take 1-2 years to complete. Along with an undergraduate degree, enrolling in a master's degree program usually requires a minimum GPA and an acceptance score on a graduate entrance exam, such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Many master's degree programs require a thesis or capstone project for graduation. A master’s degree is an advanced degree earned in a specialized field after the completion of a bachelor’s degree. Most master’s degrees take two or three years of full-time study and include writing a thesis or taking comprehensive exams. School counselors, physical therapists, and social workers are examples of people with master’s degrees.
Master's degree programs are graduate programs that let students specialize in an area of study. They typically take 1-2 years to complete. Along with an undergraduate degree, enrolling in a master's degree program usually requires a minimum GPA and an acceptance score on a graduate entrance exam, such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Many master's degree programs require a thesis or capstone project for graduation. A master’s degree is an advanced degree earned in a specialized field after the completion of a bachelor’s degree. Most master’s degrees take two or three years of full-time study and include writing a thesis or taking comprehensive exams. School counselors, physical therapists, and social workers are examples of people with master’s degrees.
Earning a master's degree may qualify graduates to work in advanced or executive-level positions. A master's degree is also required for entrance into some doctoral programs. Different degree programs available at the master's degree level include the following:
Earning a master's degree may qualify graduates to work in advanced or executive-level positions. A master's degree is also required for entrance into some doctoral programs. Different degree programs available at the master's degree level include the following:
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Master of Science (M.S.)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Doctoral Degrees
Doctoral Degrees
The highest college degrees are doctoral degree programs, also known as Ph.D. programs. Because they are the most advanced type of degree program available, admittance into a doctoral degree program may require individuals to hold a master's degree, although several programs accept candidates who only hold bachelor's degrees. Additional requirements to be accepted into these programs may include submitting standardized test scores and sending in letters of recommendation.
The highest college degrees are doctoral degree programs, also known as Ph.D. programs. Because they are the most advanced type of degree program available, admittance into a doctoral degree program may require individuals to hold a master's degree, although several programs accept candidates who only hold bachelor's degrees. Additional requirements to be accepted into these programs may include submitting standardized test scores and sending in letters of recommendation.
Completing a Ph.D. program usually takes several years, and often involves the completion of a dissertation and a major research project. Medical-related doctoral programs may have students complete hands-on clinical hours with real patients during the final years of the program.
Completing a Ph.D. program usually takes several years, and often involves the completion of a dissertation and a major research project. Medical-related doctoral programs may have students complete hands-on clinical hours with real patients during the final years of the program.
Ph.D. graduates are qualified to work as experts in areas of business or research, and professors at the postsecondary level. Common types of doctoral degrees include those listed below:
Ph.D. graduates are qualified to work as experts in areas of business or research, and professors at the postsecondary level. Common types of doctoral degrees include those listed below:
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
While there are many different college level degree options, the four main degree levels include associate, bachelors, masters, and doctorate.
While there are many different college level degree options, the four main degree levels include associate, bachelors, masters, and doctorate.
Online Degrees
Online Degrees
Do you need more flexibility to get the degree you've been wanting to go after? More and more colleges are providing distance learning opportunities that allow students to manage their own schedule to better fit studying around other time commitments. Over 1,600 accredited public and private colleges offer online degree programs that grant students at all levels degrees in a wide variety of subjects.
Do you need more flexibility to get the degree you've been wanting to go after? More and more colleges are providing distance learning opportunities that allow students to manage their own schedule to better fit studying around other time commitments. Over 1,600 accredited public and private colleges offer online degree programs that grant students at all levels degrees in a wide variety of subjects.
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