The first alternate option to a four-year is a trade school. This option is most advantages to people who either don't have four years to devote to a college, want to get into the working world with a good job, or can't afford to go to a four-year. Some people don't have all the necessary time needed to devote to four-year. An example of this is if you have a child that depends on you. The other main reason is cost which is not as high as a four-year. The trade you choose to go after have different pays like solar energy plant operator who makes $67,000 a year to a construction manager who makes $87,400 a year.
The other option is the military. Some of the biggest reason that joining the military may be an option to choose is if you don't feel ready to start college, want to serve your country, or want to get college paid for. The reason for people who don't feel ready for college can also be said as they want some time to find out who they are. Most people would have this as one of their life goals at one point. The other reason of serving your country is for people who feel that they want to give back to their country in that way. The last reason is that the government will pay for your college after the military which if you don't have the financial support then this is the best option.
The other option is the military. Some of the biggest reason that joining the military may be an option to choose is if you don't feel ready to start college, want to serve your country, or want to get college paid for. The reason for people who don't feel ready for college can also be said as they want some time to find out who they are. Most people would have this as one of their life goals at one point. The other reason of serving your country is for people who feel that they want to give back to their country in that way. The last reason is that the government will pay for your college after the military which if you don't have the financial support then this is the best option.
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Yes!I am glad you touched on pathways towards a career rather than just college. As someone that plans to go into the military, you hit the nail on the head with reasons why people would join the military rather than going straight into college. It is also important for kids to know that you can still be successful by not taking the conventional route of college right after high school.
ReplyDeleteI am also glad that you talked about going into the military because it is definitely an option that is worth considering. As someone who is in the middle of figuring out how they are going to reach their goals, I can say that I have definitely considered joining the air force. But it is really unjust that sometimes we categorize people without a degree as less in society. A real shame. The world is not pure black and white, and avoiding college does not mark your grave!
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