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College Alternatives

College Alternatives

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High school is over, but zipping straight off to college isn't in the cards. What are some of the other options? Read on for information on the GED, or what to do with a year off.

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When Your Child Says No to College

Source: Education.com
A College Degree and a Dollar Will Get You Four Quarters

Source: College Parents of America
Alternatives to a Traditional College

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Ten Unique Study Abroad Programs

Source: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Helping Your Child Decide On Postsecondary Career Options

Source: State: Utah State Office of Education
When the Letter Arrives: What to Do About College Decisions

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1 in 3 Unprepared for Life After High School

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Checking Out the Cost of College: Distance Learning

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How Can Students with Learning Disabilities Prepare for the Work World?

Source: Pearson Allyn Bacon Prentice Hall

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