Paths after high school
Undecided/ Unsure
Gap Year
Military
Workforce
Community College
Trade/Career School
Four-year university
Workforce
Some graduates begin working full-time after high school to gain experience, earn income, or explore career interests.
Four-year university
Students earn a bachelor's degree in a specific field of study. About 62% of high school graduates enroll in college after graduation.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Trade/Career School
Trade schools provide hands-on training for careers like cosmetology, construction, and automotive repair. Programs typically take 6 months to 2 years to complete.
Military Service
Joining the military provides job training, education benefits, and career opportunities in fields like healthcare, engineering, and technology.
Gap Year
A gap year allows students to take time off before continuing education to work, travel, volunteer, or explore career goals.
Undecided/Unsure
Some students are unsure of their plans after graduation and take time to explore different options before making a long-term decision.
Community College
Community colleges offer two-year degrees and certificate programs. Many students attend community college first and later transfer to a four-year university.
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Paths after high school
Undecided/ Unsure
Gap Year
Military
Workforce
Community College
Trade/Career School
Four-year university
Workforce
Some graduates begin working full-time after high school to gain experience, earn income, or explore career interests.
Four-year university
Students earn a bachelor's degree in a specific field of study. About 62% of high school graduates enroll in college after graduation.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Trade/Career School
Trade schools provide hands-on training for careers like cosmetology, construction, and automotive repair. Programs typically take 6 months to 2 years to complete.
Military Service
Joining the military provides job training, education benefits, and career opportunities in fields like healthcare, engineering, and technology.
Gap Year
A gap year allows students to take time off before continuing education to work, travel, volunteer, or explore career goals.
Undecided/Unsure
Some students are unsure of their plans after graduation and take time to explore different options before making a long-term decision.
Community College
Community colleges offer two-year degrees and certificate programs. Many students attend community college first and later transfer to a four-year university.