WHY THINK ABOUT COLLEGE NOW?

As a middle-school teen, you probably have a lot on your mind: Will I get this major school project finished on time? What should I do this weekend? Will Mom or Dad notice that I exceeded my cell phone’s daytime minutes this month (yikes!!)?

But have you seriously thought about college? Here are some reasons why you (yes, YOU) should start thinking about college now (yes, NOW).

More About Two-Year Colleges

A two-year community college or junior college grants an associate degree once a student has completed a two-year course of study. Some two-year colleges grant certificates to students who have met course requirements and are ready to practice in their career fields.

You can start at a two-year college then transfer to a four-year college if you're concerned about college costs (community or junior colleges usually cost less than four-year colleges). A two-year college is also a good option if you want to boost your grades before going to a four-year college.

More About Four-Year Colleges

Many students attend a four-year college after high school graduation. They earn a degree once they have completed a program of study. A four-year college usually offers a bachelor’s degree in the arts or science.

Public and Private Colleges: Know the Difference

A two-year or four-year college can either be public or private, a tiny fact that could have a big impact on the cost of your education!

A public college receives a lot of its funding from state or local government. So, it can charge students who live in that state less money to attend that school.

A private college receives less money from state and local governments, so it charges the same cost to students who live in or outside of the state. This cost is usually higher than the cost of attending a public college.

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