the dreaded question: so, what are you doing after high school? here's some internet resources to help you figure that out, but really, there's so much more better books on the subject then websites. The Question is College Outside the Box: or, Truly Informed about Choices Take some time off before college, you'll be amazed at the difference in your perspective. And don't listen to people who tell you "if you don't go now, you'll never go". Go when you are ready to go, and you'll appreciate the opportunity so much more. Alternatives to the Military There really are lots of much better things to do instead of joining the military, college among them, but this site talks about other things too. Alternatives To College Good list of resources on the internet about where to find cool and meaningful alternatives to college, while also exploring career paths. Alternative Colleges Alternative Higher Education Check out this list of alternative colleges, like Hampshire College, which I highly highly recommend. I miss it already. Colleges That Change Lives 40 innovative liberal arts colleges are profiled here. FairTest: University Testing/"Test-Optional" Schools Lists nearly 400 schools who don't care how you did on the SAT or ACT, from small private liberal arts colleges to large, public university systems. Cool Careers Back Door Jobs All sorts of amazing internships, volunteer jobs, and work abroad. Seasonal, Temporary, & Kinda Cool Work Options A variety of options, resources, and opportunities for you to consider. Barbara Sher Bulletin Boards The "Interesting Finds" part of this board is always full of ideas and resources and inspiration to help you figure out your dream job.	books The Question is College: On Finding and Doing Work You Love by Herbert Kohl Good book to share with your parents if you're thinking maybe you're not so sure about the necessity of a college education in your life and they are not too keen on the idea of doing something else. Making a Difference College and Graduate Guide edited by Miriam Weinstein Awesome book shows you lists of schools if you want to use your college education to make the world a more environmentally and socially just place. check out the book's website. more books! (be sure to get books from your local independent bookstore or from the library!)
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