Web Resources Related to Education and Careers:

Ocupational Outlook Handbook
US. Department of Labor resource with information on hundreds of specific jobs including educational requirements, earnings, working conditions, and  job prospects.

Vocational Information Center
A compilation of information about many types of vocational and technical careers.

Associate Degree Options (PDF)
Reasons to consider an associate’s degree as a option for finding a career or making a step towards a bachelor’s degree.

Career Colleges and Technical Schools
Questions to ask before enrolling in a career college or technical school.

Career One Stop
U.S. Department of Labor resource with tools and links for choosing careers and pursuing education.

College.gov
Why go to college? Where can you get help? Find out now.

Education Resources for Spanish Speakers (Recursos en español)

Federal Financial Aid Information:

Portal for Student Aid
Planning for college? Looking for financial aid? Start here.

Publications on Student Aid
Grants, loans, and work-study programs can help pay for college or career education

District of Columbia Web Resources:

Higher Education Financial Services (HEFS)
Learn more about what the D.C. government provides in grant and loan assistance.

DC GED Testing Center
GED Testing information for D.C. residents.