College & Careers Spring 2019

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Make the most of a college fair • How to stay on track with your studies

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NEST contest aimed at 7th, 8th graders

Omaha Area College Fair

A quick way to narrow your list

April 14, 1 to 4 p.m.

Sapp Fieldhouse, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St. Admission, free

Before you go: visit NebraskaCollegeFairs. org to register for a barcode to print and take to the college fair. College reps can scan the barcode to retrieve your demographic information so you won’t have to complete information cards.

If you are a 7th or 8th grade student, you can win some extra money for college.

All you have to do is write an essay on the value of a college education and what you hope to achieve through higher education, according to the NEST website.

Three winners of the “Why I Want to Go to College” contest will be selected from each of the three U.S. Congressional Districts in Nebraska. Three winners will also be selected from outside Nebraska.

First prize winner receives $2,000 in a Nebraska College Savings Plan and 4 tickets to the May 5, 2019, Omaha Storm Chasers game at Werner Park. Second place winners receive $1,000 in a Nebraska College Savings Plan and 4 tickets to the Omaha Storm Chasers game at Werner Park. Third prize is $500 in a Nebraska College Savings Plan and 4 tickets to the Storm Chasers game.

For rules and how to enter, visit treasurer.nebraska.gov/csp/scholarships/ essay/college/2019/contest-announcement The contest is sponsored by the Nebraska Treasurer’s Office and the Omaha Storm Chasers.

SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR COLLEGE REPS Admission & Financial Aid • Does the school offer academic programs that meet my interests?

• What are admission requirements and deadlines?

• What is the cost of tuition, fees and room and board?

• What is the deadline for applying for financial aid?

• How do I apply for collegebased scholarships?

Housing & Campus Life • What are the housing options?

• How many years are students required to live on campus?

• How would you describe the neighborhood surrounding the college?

• How safe is campus?

What security features are in place?

• What are the options for eating on campus (cafeteria, grills, sandwich shops, etc.)?

• Can freshmen bring cars to campus? What are the parking fees?

College Facts • How many students attend the school?

• What makes your college unique? Are there any campus traditions?

— EducationQuest Foundation

Omaha World-Herald

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Sapp Field House will house the Omaha Area College Fair on April 14.

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Top Jobs

Consider more than salary when choosing best career path for you There are many things to consider when looking at your college major and career path.

Do you want a job that isn’t excessively stressful but that is challenging? Do you need something that lets you be creative?

A job that pays well certainly would be nice. Something that has job growth would be great, too.

U.S. News & World Report has ranked the 100 best jobs for 2019.

The top 10 are highlighted here.

Find the full list at usnews.com.

THE TOP 10 involving the mouth, gums and teeth.

8. Pediatrician

Median salary: $101,790 Innovative, creative and, of course, technical.

5. Nurse anesthetist Median income: $165,120

2. Statistician Median salary: $84,060

Work with patients regarding anesthetic treatment.

Doctors concerned with the physical, emotional and social well-being of children

The science of using data to make decisions.

5. Orthodontist (tie) Median income: $208,000

3. Physician assistant Median income: $104,860

Focus primarily on the teeth and jaw.

Work with doctors to care for the sick or injured.

7. Nurse practitioner Median income: $103,880

9. Oral and maxillofacial surgeon (tie)

4. Dentist

Perform a lot of the same duties as physicians.

Median income: $208,000

1. Software developer

Median income: $151,440 Examine and treat issues

Median income: $172,650

9. Obstetrician and gynecologist Median income: $208,000 Bring new life into the world and care for the spectrum of women’s reproductive health.

Operate specifically on the mouth and jaw

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Tips for grads considering studying abroad Study abroad programs give students unique opportunities to experience other cultures while pursuing their degrees. Such programs appeal to students who want to see the world without interrupting their studies, and many students who study abroad develop an affinity for travel that remains with them for the rest of their lives.

When considering studying abroad programs or attending college overseas, recent high school graduates or current high school students should consider a few factors before committing to a program.

Language barrier Students, particularly those who are not fluent in a foreign language, may find it easier to live in countries where English is the primary language. While study abroad students can expect to work with professors who speak English regardless of where they

go, life outside the classroom can be difficult for young students who do not understand the primary language spoken in the country where they will be studying.

Life overseas Students who want to attend school full-time overseas may benefit by first studying through a study abroad program before committing to a two- or four-year program in another country. This gives students a chance to get a feel for a country and its culture and lifestyle before making a longterm commitment to living and studying there.

Program size The safety in numbers philosophy is applicable for all travelers, but it can be especially beneficial for young students studying abroad. Students may feel more safe and comfortable when signing up for programs that include many students as opposed to more

exclusive programs that include only a handful of students. Large programs provide a built-in social network, and students may feel safer exploring foreign cities in large groups made up of fellow students than going it alone or traveling in small groups.

Documentation Students should speak with program directors about the documentation they may need to make the most of their time overseas.

CEA Study Abroad recommends that students bring photocopies of all important documents, including passports, driver’s licenses, airline tickets, health insurance cards, and student identification cards, when studying overseas.

This protects students should their wallets or backpacks be lost or stolen. Students also should include a list of any medical conditions or medications they take their emergency contact information.

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How to save on college housing costs College is expensive, and the costs are only rising.

Scholarships and grants can help mitigate the costs of higher education, but even students who receive such aid could find themselves scrambling for ways to make college more affordable.

Housing is one of the more expensive costs for college students and their families. According to the College Board, the average cost for room and board during the 2016-2017 school year was $10,440 at fouryear public schools and $11,890 at private colleges and universities. And those costs typically cover housing for just the school year, which may last anywhere from six to eight months.

However, there are ways for students and their families to reduce those costs.

Examine your dormitory options.

Many schools assign students to dormitories for their freshman year, giving students little say with regard to where they will live. However, students might have more input in their housing come their sophomore, junior and senior years. Some dorms might be more attractive and offer more amenities than others, but students and families looking to save money on housing costs should opt to live in the most budget-friendly dorms available to them. In addition, choose to live with a roommate rather than in a single room, as singles tend to cost substantially more than double rooms.

first confirm if serving as an RA will affect their overall financial aid package and how great that impact might be.

Sign up to be a resident advisor.

Resident advisors, or RAs, often receive free housing in exchange for living in dormitories when they are upperclassmen or graduate students. RAs help newly enrolled or younger students adjust to campus life while also ensuring nothing untoward happens on the floors they’re tasked with looking after. Students who may want to apply for RA positions should

Commute to school. While it might not be ideal, commuting to school can save college students and their families substantial amounts of money.

Public university students who did so during the 2016-2017 school year might have saved nearly $11,000, or $44,000 in four years. That’s money that can be used to pay tuition or finance postgraduate educations.

Live with roommates even after leaving the dorms. Due to limited space, many colleges insist dorm residents live with roommates. Upperclassmen who are moving out of the dorms and into university or off-campus apartments can save money by continuing to live with roommates. This can be especially beneficial to students who will be living in off-campus housing where amenities such as electricity, cable television and water are unlikely to be included in the rent.

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Tips to stay focused on studies

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By Allison Ouradain Education Quest Foundation Hey soon to be college freshmen, stop me if you’ve heard this one before: “College classes are much harder than high school classes.”

It’s a classic, right? You’ve probably heard it from your high school teachers, your parents, and many other adults in your life. So now that you’re in your first college classes, you’re probably thinking one of two things: 1. I doubt I’ll have to try too hard. It can’t be THAT bad.

2. If college is as hard as they say, I’M DOOMED. The truth is, college classes are harder than high school classes in a lot of ways, but they shouldn’t be impossible.

However, you WILL need to develop some good study skills if you haven’t already (sorry to all the kids who didn’t have to try for good grades until now! I was disappointed, too, when I found out). Here are some basic

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study tips to get you started.

Study gradually: The best way to retain information is to do low level studying throughout the semester instead of waiting until the night before the test to try and cram everything. You’ll be in class for less time than you were in high school, so find some gaps where you can pull out the books. Even if you only study for 10 minutes daily for each class, that will help you not have to do so much work later.

Find out what works for you: Everyone has a different style of studying. Finding your ideal methods of studying may take some trial and error, so experiment during a lower pressure point of the year instead of right before a big exam. Some popular methods are study guides, flashcards, highlighting important information, taking detailed notes (which you should be doing anyway), and studying in groups. Keep in mind that you don’t have

to stick to one study tactic. Be flexible based on the subject matter.

Avoid distractions: One of the keys to successful studying is to figure out your studying roadblocks and avoid them. If you can’t focus while your roommate is blasting music, try studying at the library. If you keep abandoning your homework to mess around on the internet, consider turning off your phone while studying, or even try a temporary website blocker.

Ask for help: When it comes to studying, you don’t have to suffer alone. Ask some of your classmates if they want to start a study group, or go to your professors’ office hours if you have questions.

Although college classes are usually more difficult than high school classes, you can still do well in school if you plan in advance and know your strengths. Happy studying!

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