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Will A Degree Lead To A Great Career?

There are no guarantees that any degree, no matter how rigorous or encouraging the job outlook, will lead to a great career that satisfies both on a personal and financial level.

Do I Really Need a College Degree?

By Murlin Evans With the No Child Left Behind Act now holding all students accountable to standardized academic achievement criteria, high school campuses around the country have become more academically driven than ever. While the media and high school counselors readily tout U.S. Department of Labor data indicating college graduates stand to earn up to $20,000 more per year than their non-college bound peers, the assumption that a college degree is the best career path for everyone seems to be crashing on the banks of reality.

Options: Degree or Career First

By Murlin Evans While the focus of most high school advising centers seems to give the impression that college is an essential first step toward a rewarding career, life doesn't always play out that way. According to the latest census data, only 27 percent of Americans over age 25 hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Despite these statistics, the evidence is clear that the lack of a degree has not trapped students into dead end jobs as lowly fry cooks or dishwashers.

What Type of Degree is Best For You?

By Murlin Evans It's no secret that a college degree can give you a tremendous advantage in today's job market. Not only will it give you a leg up on non-degree holding job seekers, in some cases doubling your odds of being hired, but also statistics indicate new hires with college degrees stand to earn up to $20,000 more per year than those without. Finding a degree that's right for you

What's the Point of a Minor?

By Murlin Evans Many students spend so much time and energy deciding on a major that they often overlook a related and often equally component of their degree plan: What minor, if any, is worth the trouble. The answer probably depends on your field and employer. One thing is certain however: Choosing the right minor almost always will certainly benefit you, sometimes in a small way, possibly in a more significant way. The Major thing about Minors

Discover What Most Interests You

When asked to describe the subjects that most interest them, student's answers often come as a surprise to their parents. The truth is, parents, teachers even friends can hold pre-conceived notions about the strengths, interests and aptitudes of those around that can run contrary to a student's actual interests.

What Can I Do With This Major?

If you’re asking yourself this question, you may have missed a step or two in the career-assessment process. Or, as is sometimes the case, you started a degree and, two semesters short of graduation you had a rude awakening: “Why did I pick this major?” Not being the type to leave a job undone, you trudged through, completed your degree and, well… The good news is, by completing your degree you just upped your earning potential by about $20,000 per year. If only you could think of a job using your degree to do what you really love.

Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses for School Success

“You can't know where you're going until you know where you've been.” This sage advice couldn't be more applicable than when considering one's strengths and weaknesses in school. We all have a general idea of some of our more prominent strengths and weakness through our various experiences, successes and difficulties in primary and secondary school. Students, for example, can usually point out that they are better at English than math, or that they prefer vocational courses, like automotive technology, wood shop or homemaking to more academically oriented classes such as science.

Know The Job Prospects for Your Degree

By Murlin Evans Before committing to an undergraduate degree, do some research to make sure it is one that will best serve your overall career goals. While individual strengths, interests and aptitudes should ultimately guide your course of study, it is well worth your while to investigate not only the future job outlook for your specific chosen career field, but also the ancillary careers for which your chosen degree will qualify you.

Is it Worth it to Double Major?

By and large students eventually choose a major that meets their skills and interests and will guide them toward a specific career. But what if you want to do more? Depending on your college of choice, you may have the option to double major, or study the essential qualifying topics of two majors while pursuing a single degree. Adding a minor, double or dual major to your degree plan can enhance your academic experience and give you more options in the job market after graduation. If you're considering doing more than one major, you may be able to choose from several options:
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