Jobs, Careers & Education

Institution of higher learning which offers teaching and research facilities and awards a variety of bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and doctorates

• College

• University

• Community/Junior College

• Technical School

Institution of higher learning which offers bachelor’s degrees in liberal arts, science or both

• College

• University

• Community/Junior College

• Technical School

Institution of higher learning which offers associate degrees; often government supported and less expensive than universities and colleges

• College

• University

• Community/Junior College

• Technical School

Institution of higher learning which offers training for specific careers, such as welding, culinary arts, plumbing, medical assisting, cosmetology, etc.; sometimes provide students with licensure, certification or associate degrees; also known as vocational college or trade school

• College

• University

• Community/Junior College

• Technical School

Requires 60 hours of coursework, usually taking two years to complete; vary based on school and subject area

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Doctoral Degree

Requires 120 hours of coursework, usually taking four years to complete; include general education courses and courses specific to the student’s major

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Doctoral Degree

Advanced degree earned after completing a bachelor’s degree; requires at least an additional 30 hours of coursework after the bachelor’s degree

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Doctoral Degree

Highest level of degree available; requires between 90 and 120 additional hours of coursework after the bachelor’s degree (could be less if you already have a master’s degree)

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Master’s Degree

• Doctoral Degree

Subject of specialization chosen by a student of an institution of higher learning

• Scholarship

• Mentor

• Extracurricular Activities

• Major

Trusted guide or counselor who provides information, advice and support

• Mentor

• Scholarship

• Grant

• Loan