KnowHow2GO Handbook

FIND THE RIGHT FIT Did you know there are over 45 colleges in Nebraska? Follow the steps below to determine the type of college that might be the right fit for you:

USE COLLEGE PROFILES AT EDUCATIONQUEST.ORG. Learn about colleges in Nebraska and across the country. Another good resource is bigfuture.collegeboard.org.

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ATTEND EVENTS AND CAMPS AT AREA COLLEGES. Get an up-close look at life on campus.

WHAT DO WE MEAN BY COLLEGE ?

CAREER SCHOOLS (trade schools) These schools award diplomas and certificates for specific trades. A few offer associate and bachelor’s degrees.

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES (4-year) These institutions offer bachelor’s degrees. Many also award master’s and doctorate degrees.

COMMUNITY COLLEGES (2-year) These schools offer certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. They also have programs for those planning to transfer to a four-year school.

OTHER OPTIONS CAN INCLUDE APPRENTICESHIPS AND THE MILITARY.

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