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

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