college/career And What About College? : How Homeschooling Can Lead to Admissions to the Best Colleges & Universities by Cafi Cohen This book shows you that having an untraditional background, like unschooling, can be an asset to get into college. 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 schools if you want to use your college education to make the world a more environmentally and socially just place. Rock on! Colleges that Change Lives by Loren Pope Talks about schools with innovative programs that are interested in you even if you have less then stellar grades. Cool Colleges: for the Hyper Intelligent, Self Directed, Late Blooming, and Just Plain Different by Donald Asher Pretty much just like the title says. Taking Time Off: Inspiring Stories of Students Who Enjoyed Successful Breaks From College and How You Can Plan Your Own by Colin Hall and Ron Lieber Take some time off between college and high school, you'll be amazed at the difference. Creating a Life Worth Living by Carol Lloyd Creative people, even if you're not really an artist, should check this book out for practical advice on designing a career with your creative aspirations in mind. Making a Living While Making a Difference by Melissa Everett Want to make a difference in the world and earn a living too? It is possible. The Backdoor Guide to Short-term Job Adventures by Michael Landes Really interesting internships, volunteer work, and short term jobs around the world. Wishcraft: How to Get What You Really Want by Barbara Sher While geared a little bit more towards those who already have been working for half their lives before they realize they want to be doing something else with their lives, its still an awesome book. Better read it now so you don't waste half of your life. back to resources
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