After High School

What role does opportunity cost play in your selections for life beyond high school?

• opportunity cost is the cost of your favorite choice

• opportunity cost is your 2nd alternative, the one you didn't choose when you identified your 1st choice for life beyond high school

• once your rank you list of alternatives, opportunity cost is your 1st alternative of what to do beyond high school

• opportunity cost is an economic principle that has nothing to do with making choices of what to do after high school

Why should you consider alternatives to attending college after high school?

• because you're tired of school & don't want to go any longer; you'd rather start your career instead of attending college

• because college is a good fit for some people & not a good fit for other people & even if you choose to go to college, you don't know how to pay for it

• because you haven't decided what you want to study yet & you can't decide where to go to college until you know what you want to study

• all of these answers are good reasons to consider alternatives to attending traditional college after high school

• none of these answers are good reasons to consider alternatives to attending a traditional college after high school

The Rational Decision Model has 3 Components:

• Alternatives, Criteria, Rating System

• Criteria, Choices, Parental Directives

• Choices and Rational Ideas

• Alternatives, Opportunity Cost, Parental Decisions

What is a common path students take after high school to gain specialized skills?

• Vocational training

• Elementary school

• Middle school

• Kindergarten

Which of the following is a benefit of taking a gap year after high school?

• Increased stress

• Lack of direction

• Personal growth

• Financial burden

What is the primary purpose of community college for high school graduates?

• To provide a four-year degree

• To offer vocational training and associate degrees

• To teach elementary education

• To prepare students for high school

Which of the following is a common reason for students to join the military after high school?

• To avoid responsibility

• To gain discipline and career training

• To skip education

• To travel without purpose

What is an apprenticeship?

• A type of high school

• A hands-on training program with a skilled professional

• A form of online education

• A summer camp

Which of the following is a potential advantage of attending a university after high school?

• Limited career options

• Higher earning potential

• Immediate job placement

• Less academic pressure

What is a common financial aid option for students attending college after high school?

• Credit card debt

• Student loans

• Personal savings

• Lottery winnings