College Exploration

Types of Colleges

• Vocational/Technical:

  A school that trains students in specialized skills for employment. The length of these programs vary from a few months to two years. Students are awarded a certificate, diploma, or associate degree. Learn more

• Community College:

  Community colleges offer a degree after the completion of two years of full-time study. They frequently offer technical programs that prepare you for immediate entry into the job market. Learn more

• University:

  Generally, a university is bigger than a college and offers more majors and research facilities. Class size often reflects institutional size and some classes may taught by graduate students. Learn more