Has the youth visited postsecondary education and training options related to their career goal?
After a youth has narrowed down postsecondary education or training programs that meet their needs, encourage a campus visit. This is an opportunity to determine if the program is a good fit. Does the program meet their academic needs? Does the campus feel comfortable? Can they imagine themselves as part of the learning community?
Students can use this College exploration worksheet (PDF) to help them gather and record information as they visit and compare various colleges and training programs.
If you're working with a student who has an intellectual or developmental disability and is considering a postsecondary education program, share the family resources page from Think College. The page offers helpful tips about exploring programs, preparing students for campus life and paying for college.
