1. Military, College, and Careers

2. Joining the Military?
Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
Test will be given October NFHS - No fee
Registration Deadline – September 28th
Contact a Recruiter
Recruiters may be available during lunch
Websites

3. Questions to Ask the Recruiter
When do I take the ASVAB?
Be prepared and score as high as possible
Recruiters may give you a practice test
You can buy a study guide for the ASVAB
How soon will I leave for training?
Joining entails qualifying by testing and taking a physical
After qualifying you pick your job and swear-in
Discuss when you are available to leave
When will I get my job assigned?
Make sure you understand what job you have been assigned
Know when you are leaving for basic training
What documents do I need to start the recruiting process?
Government issued ID
Social Security Card
High school diploma
Birth certificate
Do you need my complete medical and legal history?
Complete medical history
Legal infractions – traffic tickets, misdemeanors, felonies, etc.

4. Post 9/11 GI Bill Tuition Assistance
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In July of 2008 the Post-9/11 GI Bill was signed into law. The new Post 9/11 GI Bill provides education benefits for service members who have served on active duty for 90 or more days since Sept. 10, These benefits are tiered based on the number of days served on active duty, creating a benefit package that gives current and previously activated National Guard and Reserve members the same benefits as active duty service members.
Once the VA has received your application they will determine your eligibility for the Post-9/11 GI Bill, and issue you a Certificate of Eligibility. You can apply using the VA Form The form includes the instructions needed to begin the process.
Military Tuition Assistance is a benefit paid to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Congress has given each service the ability to pay up to 100% for the tuition expenses of its members.
Each service has its own criteria for eligibility, obligated service, application processes and restrictions. This money is usually paid directly to the institution by the individual services.
Additionally active duty members may elect to use the MGIB "top-up" in addition to their service provided TA to cover high cost courses.
Top-Up is a program that allows GI Bill participants' to use the GI Bill to supplement the tuition and fees not covered by tuition assistance.

5. Entering the Workforce?
Secure a position before the end of the school year
Create Resume
Complete Applications
Interview Preparation
Websites

6. Going to College? Select 3-5 schools you would like to attend
Type of School: 4-YR, 2-YR, Technical, Vocational
Research admission requirements, campus size, majors offered, extracurricular activities
Campus Visits/Open Houses
Seniors are allowed 2 college visit days
Must bring a letter to Attendance stating you were there for a visit within 5 days of the absence to be excused
Take SAT/ACT/COMPASS (as needed)
Fee Waivers (Google Form)

7. Types of Colleges Technical Colleges 2-YR Colleges 4-YR Colleges
Ex: York Tech, Midlands Tech, Tri-County Tech
2-YR Colleges
Ex: USC Lancaster, Spartanburg Methodist
4-YR Colleges
Ex: USC Columbia, Clemson, Winthrop

8. 2-YR/Technical College Admission
ACCUPLACER Placement Test
York Tech Monday-Saturday
Check website for schedule
No Fee
Fee charged to send scores to
another college
SAT/ACT is not required but can be used in place of ACCUPLACER
Transfer Programs
Articulation Agreements
Possible Transfer Issues