What’s the job you would eventually like to have?
What college or university would you like to attend?
What’s the trade that you’re interested in pursuing? Researching and writing about a career you want
Researching and writing about the college or university you would like to attend
Researching and writing about a trade you want to pursue What education level does the job require?
Do you need special certifications or training? If so, how do you get them?
What’s the competitive level of the position you want to have—is it entry-level or more senior?
What’s the average annual salary?
Why do people choose this position? What do they find fulfilling about it? What are common challenges?
Is there room for growth? What do people typically do after they’ve held this position for a while?
Have there been any important changes recently in the duties or functions of people in this position? Are any expected in the future?Where is the college located?
What programs/degrees do they offer? Are they known for any specialties?
What’s the application process?
How competitive is it to get into this college?
What are the prerequisites that must be met to attend?
Is there on-campus housing? Or will you need to find a place to stay off campus?
What’s the cost of living to attend the college?
What’s the cost of tuition?
What are the communities around the campus like? What does it have to offer?
What resources are available to help with placement in careers or further education? How successful is the college in helping graduating students find jobs or get into higher degree programs? What are the steps that need to be taken to enter the trade? What’s the entry-level position? What is the most senior position?
Is there on-the-job training?
Do you need special certifications or licenses?
How competitive is the job market for the position you would like to have?
What’s the average pay? Are positions typically salaried or hourly?
Is there room for growth?
What does the future look like for this trade and the position you’d like to have?
