for someone who's been out of HS for a while, how do you...

[graceful]

find some career/college info? Specifically, aptitude tests, info on what majors to choose, what schools fit you, etc.

I started looking for this info at my local library, but to no avail. http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

[graceful]

find some career/college info? Specifically, aptitude tests, info on what majors to choose, what schools fit you, etc.

I started looking for this info at my local library, but to no avail. http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

[LipstickChick]

Is this for you? Because all I have to do is look at your signature to see what field you have the most interest in ... http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

F.I.T, anyone?

[SammiM]

Have you looked into local community colleges? You can sometimes look at the courses they offer online and find out about any tests you need to take. With mine you only had to take the tests if you needed to take math or English. They also offer ways to transfer to universities.

[Mz LaLa]

<span class="ev_code_BROWN">Start emailing colleges http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

They'll send you tons and tons of info.

Are there colleges in your area you are interested in? Call them...make appointments to speak with advisors and take tours. </span>

[graceful]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by LipstickChick:
Is this for you? Because all I have to do is look at your signature to see what field you have the most interest in ... http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

F.I.T, anyone? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

yep, its for me http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

I don't think that fashion is a good choice for me, as i'm not creative enough imho (i'm more logic oriented), but i did see a master in cosmetics there... sounds amazing http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[stressedout]

I took five years off after high school before going to college and I do wish I had made up my mind sooner but on the other hand I am glad I waited and went to college ready to declare my major immediately.

I do not believe in tests because besides knowing what you're good at, you have to realize what you truly enjoy doing. You have to realize what you would do well while enjoying it by thinking about the things you have fun with but which also have an earning potential from the economical point of view.

You have to decide on what you would possibly want to expand your knowledge in and then look for a school that offers such programs.

Good luck!