How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?
4-6 years!
How much more likely are you to have a job if you have a Bachelor's degree versus a high school diploma?
Twice as likely!
True or False: You must know what you want to study before entering college.
False! Many people change their majors multiple times before they figure out what career is right for them.
How many years does it normally take to finish an Associate's degree?
2-3 years
What is the difference between an AA degree and an AS degree?
An AA degree is a transferable degree - you will take your general education courses during this degree that will prepare you to transfer to a 4 year institution and complete a Bachelors degree.
An AS degree is a degree for students who want to complete a 2 year degree based on a specific skillset and get right into the workforce.
What is the largest 4 year institution in the state of Illinois?
University of Illinois - About 49,000 students!
What types of careers are currently in high demand in Illinois and/or will have in increase in job openings within the next 10 years?
IT - Web Developers, Software Developers, Computer Systems Analysts, etc
Health Sciences - Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists
Business - Marketing Specialists, Personal Financial Advisors, Business Analysts
True or False: You should choose your college institution based on what you want to study.
True! If you know what you want to study, you should definitely look at institutions that have programs in your field of study. If you aren't exactly sure what you want to major in, that's okay! You will still want to discover the major/degree options that you have at your current institution.
High school prinicipals typically have what type of degree?
Most high school principles have either a Masters Degree or PhD!
Which of these areas offers graduates the highest-paying average salary after graduation: Nursing, Human Resources, Engineering, or Computer Information Technology/Information Systems
Currently, Nurses and Engineers are making the highest average starting salaries (this will differ based on where you live/are employed). Here are some average starting salaries: Tech: $45,000 per year Nursing: $55,000 per year Human Resources: $40,000 per year Engineering: $51,000 per year
What kind of degree does a lawyer have? (Does it compare to an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Phd?)
Lawyers receive a Juris Doctorate, which is a form of doctoral degree.