Unit 5, lesson 7: PFL; College

Unit 5, lesson 7: PFL; College

Open Ended

1. Where do you imagine yourself after high school? (take a moment to meditate on your future)

CLO: SWBAT evaluate the cost and advantages of college.

Poll

Do you want to go to college?

• Yes

• No

• I don't know

• My parents want me to go

Why College?

• Allows you to live away from home and broaden your horizons.

• Travel opportunities.

• Self exploration.

Types of Colleges

• Community Colleges

• State Universities

• Liberal Arts Colleges

• Private Universities

• International Schools

Dream a little

Where would you want to go college? (focus on where you want to be)

Credit Hours

1 college class is approximately 3 or 4 credit hours. You need about 60 for an associates degree and 120 for a bachelors. Most of these will focus on your area of study.

Find a college

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search

Open Ended

Report 3 schools that appear to fit your dreams:

But how much does it cost?

Open Ended

How much does the school you chose cost a year? Is it more than you would make in your chosen profession?