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Well, during high school, you should keep up your grades to get a higher GPA. "Your GPA will help determine your eligibility for colleges and scholarships in the future." -Arkansas Next magazine, pg. 22

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Preparing and taking your ACT or SAT is vital for college. The more familiar you are with the test, the easier it'll be. You'll know what to study and look out for

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Finally, the main thing is to apply for scholarships and colleges! You can't get into college without applying. Scholarships are not required, but they definitely help out with tuition.
"Begin applying for as many scholarships as you can during the second semester of your junior year." -Arkansas Next magazine, pg. 23

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What does the college experience mean? pt. 1

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What does the college experience mean? pt. 1

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Well for many people, they live in dorms when in college. Some people don't like it because you have to share a dorm most of the time, but its a great chance to meet other students.
"This is the option for you if: Dorm life doesn't scare you." -Arkansas Next magazine, pg. 40

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What does the college experience mean? pt. 2

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What does the college experience mean? pt. 2

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Another that is a huge part of many people's college experience is sororities and fraternities. It's been said that it is a great oppurtunity for many people.
"Great for networking and meeting new people."

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What does the college experience mean? pt. 3

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What does the college experience mean? pt. 3

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Last, but definitely not least, there are the classes you can take at a college. It extends your knowledge about the subjects you study, you meet great professors there, and you can meet and bond with fellow students.

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The military offers great educational benefits such as paying fro tuition in exchange for service as an officer when your degree is finished.
"This is the option for you if: you like the idea of FREE college." -Arkansas Next magazine, pg. 53

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There are many misunderstandings about the branches of the army. Many people don't know the truth due to movies and TV shows.
"Movies and TV shows lead us to think the military is nonstop action and danger because that's what you see on the big screen. Actual life in the force is a little different" -Arkansas Next magazine, pg. 52

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I even already have scholarships. I currently have a $10,000 dollar scholarship for getting a good grade on both parts of the national spanish exam.

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Other than just plain receiving scholarships its best if you also apply for them. There's no such thing as too many scholarships, and they help out with costs.

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The military is a great option if you particularly like to travel! There are bases all over the world that could be in a country that you would never otherwise visit.
"The opportunity to travel is an enticing bonus." -Arkansas Next magazine, pg. 53

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Scholarships are financial aid that help pay your college tuition. There are many varieties you can apply for.

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What requirements must be met to be a college athlete? pt. 1

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What requirements must be met to be a college athlete? pt. 1

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One requirement is that your GPA must be a minimum of 2.3

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What requirements must be met to be a college athlete? pt. 2

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What requirements must be met to be a college athlete? pt. 2

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To be quaified, 16 courses must be taken at minimum

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What requirements must be met to be a college athlete? pt. 3

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What requirements must be met to be a college athlete? pt. 3

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You must have at least 12 credit hour

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Why are skilled trades a good option? pt. 2

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Why are skilled trades a good option? pt. 2

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Another advantage is you could use your trade skill knowledge on your own time. For example, if a pipe bursts at your home but you work as a plumber, you could fix the issue yourself without the cost of paying a plumber.

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Why are skilled trades a good option? pt. 3

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Why are skilled trades a good option? pt. 3

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A factor in choosing a skill trade is how the schools or classes for them are much cheaper than the average college class.

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Why are skilled trades a good option? pt. 1

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Well a lot of these skill trade jobs pay pretty well in comparison to other jobs. It isn't the best but it's not bad.