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WHAT'S NEXT: Destiny Weatherly on Two-Year Degrees

Two-year colleges allow students to adjust to college gradually. Plus, students can get the courses needed for the first two years of a bachelor’s degree for less money.

WHAT'S NEXT: Dalton Hitchcock on Transfer Degrees

Community colleges are a great place for students to bring up a low GPA. Using this stronger GPA, students can transfer to a four-year college they may not have been accepted to had they applied immediately after high school.

WHAT'S NEXT: Kennia Merlos on Graduate Degrees

Growing up, Kennia knew she would want to continue her education after getting her bachelor’s degree — and she was the first person in her family to ever do so. During high school and undergrad, Kennia shadowed different professions to find a career path she was passionate about.

WHAT'S NEXT: Rachel Pohl on Military Service

When Rachel Pohl was a senior in high school, her parents suggested she look into the possibility of pursuing an Air Force career through an ROTC scholarship. Both of her parents are Air Force veterans, so Rachel knew about the educational and personal benefits that came with the commitment.

Jobs in Demand: Patrick Snell on Cybersecurity

Information security analysts install software, such as firewalls, to protect computer networks.

Jobs in Demand: Jason Pagan on Engineering

Engineers can expect plenty of job opportunities, particularly if they stay up to date with software tools.

Jobs in Demand: Wesley Keener on Teaching

The job outlook for elementary education teachers is bright.

Jobs in Demand: Jesse Chase on Nursing

Besides offering a competitive salary, the field of nursing is gaining popularity because of its flexibility.