Five Career Fields
Career Field that focuses on teaching, the administration within schools, and policy dictating what students are taught.
Education
Money borrowed from the government or a bank to pay for college. Must be paid back WITH INTEREST.
The main subject you study at college.
Major
Educational institution that is typically 4 years, giving students time to take general education classes and focus on one specific subject.
University
Initial amount of money someone would earn jumping into a career after school. Usually the lowest amount of money you will earn in that career.
Entry Level Salary
Career Field that focuses on medicine and helping the public with illness.
Health
FREE Money given based on a student's academics, extracurriculars, and application.
Merit-Based Aid/Scholarships
A term that means "after high school."
Postsecondary
Degree typically earned in 4 years.
Bachelor's Degree
Number of students attending a college or university.
Enrollment Size
Career Field that focuses on organizations' structures and profits.
Business
FREE money given based off of a student's financial situation.
Need Based Aid/Grants
People earn this after graduating from a college/ trade school/ program.
Degree
Degree typically earned in 2 years.
Associate's Degree
A personality trait that is outgoing, often personable
Extrovert
Career Field that focuses on skill-based jobs, usually in the technology and engineering industries.
Technical
Total amount of money that a college/university bills a student (tuition + room/board + books).
Cost of Attendance
The "extra" things that are helpful to review when choosing a college. For example: school size, school location, clubs on campus, etc.
Fit Factors
Educational institution that is typically 2 years, often for technical jobs that involve hands-on learning.
Community College
The feeling of confidence and direction that Inspireducation wants all students to leave with :)
Empowered
Career Field that emphasizes a deep understanding of specific subjects, often requiring multiple degrees.
Liberal Arts
A form you fill out with your family to qualify for free money for college from the government.
FAFSA
The LONG list of all courses and degree requirements that a university offers.
Course Catalogue
Educational institution for skilled, hands-on jobs that don't require a college degree. Typically lasts 12-18 months, and ends with a certificate.
Trade School
Extra classes (often fun!) that students can take to fill gaps in their schedule or to learn more about a specific topic in their field.
Elective Classes