Explore Your Options

Traditional four-year colleges offer bachelor's degrees across a wide range of subjects. They provide a broad educational foundation and specialized knowledge in your chosen field.

Community colleges offer associate degrees and certificates at a lower cost than four-year institutions. Many students use them as a stepping stone to transfer to a four-year college.

Trade schools focus on practical skills for specific careers like electrician, plumber, or dental hygienist. Programs are typically shorter and more focused than traditional college.

Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction. You'll earn a wage while learning from experienced professionals in fields like construction, healthcare, and IT.

Intensive, short-term training programs focused on specific skills like coding, UX design, or data science. Bootcamps emphasize practical skills and portfolio development.

Certification programs validate your skills in specific areas, from project management to medical coding. They can be completed online or in-person, often while working.