For Students

Advice From Recent Successful Graduates

Graduation is always a great time for reflection. When asked what advice they would give students approaching their high school years, recent high school graduates frequently mention these tips:
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Career Secrets for Middle Schoolers

It is never too early to start planning for your future career. While it is probably too early to lock in every course selection for the next four years of high school, focusing on these topics can help you regardless of what career you choose:
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Average Starting Salaries for In–Demand Careers

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Fall 2004 Salary Survey, here are the starting salaries for those college majors that are in demand.
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What is a Good Salary?

There is more to a career than earning a good salary. Some people are concerned about the opportunity to do tasks that are meaningful and provide services to society. However, earning potential is a critical factor in choosing a career. Students often have distorted views of acceptable salaries because of media attention on the exceptional salaries of professional athletes and entertainers. What are the salaries like for people in the real world in which most of us live?
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Who Needs Math and Science?

High school students who plan to enter workforce training programs need academic skills similar to those needed by students planning to enter four-year colleges, according to a new study conducted by the publishers of the ACT college test.
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If the Rock Star Thing Does Not Work Out?

Everybody has dreams! Country music star Alan Jackson wanted to be an entertainer while working at K-Mart. Singer Bette Midler dreamed of a musical career while working as a librarian. Both of these stars had their dreams come true and today, are known throughout the world. However, for every star who makes it, there are 1,000 others who don't.
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What if Professional Sports Does Not Work Out?

Many adolescents dream of becoming a professional athlete! Boys especially aspire to play on their favorite team and live the good life that a professional salary can produce.
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