- Options! Students have many options after high school, such as apprenticeships, on-the-job training programs, community college certificates, two-year degrees, four-year degrees, and more.
- New experiences, people, and places! Whether your teen goes to a nearby community college, a state school a few hours away, or a private school in another state, they can meet new people and pursue subjects that interest them.
- Money. Education pays! College graduates earn 60 percent more than high school graduates, and those with advanced degrees earn two to three times as much. Jobs that require a college degree are also more likely to have benefits and retirement plans.
- Independence. Students control the classes they want to take and how they spend their time.
- Discover passions. Students can get involved on campus with student clubs, athletics, and community service.
- Job security and satisfaction. Individuals with college degrees are more likely to have and keep their jobs and have lower unemployment rates than those with only a high school degree. In addition, having a college degree gives individuals more jobs to choose from and the opportunity to select an exciting and meaningful career.