What is a College or University?
What is a College or University?
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A college is a 4-year school that you attend to earn a Bachelor's Degree.
A college is a 4-year school that you attend to earn a Bachelor's Degree.
You will choose a subject that you want to study,
and this is called your major.
You will choose a subject that you want to study,
and this is called your major.
In college you will typically take 2 years of general education classes such as math, science, writing, etc. Then your last 2 years are focused on the topic of your major.
In college you will typically take 2 years of general education classes such as math, science, writing, etc. Then your last 2 years are focused on the topic of your major.
What are the types of degrees I can earn in college?
What are the types of degrees I can earn in college?
Completed at a Community College. Typically this will take 2 years of full time classess. You do not need to earn an Associates Degree to move on to a Bachelor's Degree.
Completed at a 4-year college or university. Typically this will take 4 years of full time classes. If you enter with an Associates Degree it will only take 2 years.
Completed after a student has earned a Bachelor's Degree. Master's program length depend on the university and subject studied, but range in length, from 1.5-3 years long.
Completed after a student has earned a Master's Degree. A Doctoral program length depends on the university and subject studied, but range from 1-6 years to complete.
What is the difference between a College & a University?
What is the difference between a College & a University?
Colleges
Colleges
Colleges are 4-year schools that typically focus on a student earning a Bachelors Degree.
Universities
Universities
Universities are 4-year schools where students can earn a Bachelor's Degree and then move on to earning a Master's Degree and then a Doctorate Degree
You can choose to go to either one as long as the college or university offers the major that you want to study.
What are some careers I can choose from if I go to college?
What are some careers I can choose from if I go to college?
The types of careers you can have depend on what your major is
& what level of degree you have.
The types of careers you can have depend on what your major is
& what level of degree you have.
Below are a few ideas for careers that require a Bachelor's Degree:
A Teacher teaches kids about all the math, science and language arts information they need to know before they graduate highs school.
An Architectural Engineer designs buildings so that they are safely built and that the space is organized and functional.
A Marketing Manager helps companies sell their products.
An Airline Pilot or Copilot flys airplanes and maintains safety of passengers or cargo while in the air and at landing/take-off.
A Software Applications Developer develops general computer applications or specialty computer programs.
A Computer Network Architect manages the internal computer networks used by worker in an organization.
A Natural Sciences Manager directs activities related to scientific research and safely developing medicines or products.
A Registered Nurse takes care of people who are sick. They make sure to follow the doctor's directions and understand the plan of care for each of their patients.
Below are some ideas for careers that require a Master's Degree:
A School Counselor helps students develop the skills they need in order to succeed in school.
A Social Worker protects children and supports families that need help.
A Physician Assistant helps to diagnose and treat people who are sick. They must be supervised by a doctor.
Below are some ideas for careers that require a Doctorate Degree:
A Veterinarian is a doctor for animals.
A Medical Doctor is a doctor for people. Medical doctors choose a special area to study. For example, a Pediatrician is a doctor for kids.
A College Professor teaches classes for college students.
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