Question

After high school, graduates have a number of options other than immediately starting college. Bethany is going to graduate from high school this semester and currently works part time at a clothing store. She does not have a scholarship to her college of choice, and her parents are unable to help financially support her when she graduates. What option would financially benefit Bethany MOST if she wants to begin college a year after graduation

Answer 1

In this case, Bethany is likely to have two suitable options. The first option is as soon as she graduates from high school, she can take a full-time job with a good salary for around a year. Therefore, she should save as much money as she can in order to afford her college education in the following year. Once in college, Bethany can take a part-time job to afford expenses without affecting her studies.

On the other hand, Bethany can use her free time to prepare better for the colleges’ exams and interviews, which will allow her to pursue a scholarship. Additionally, she can get enrolled in a volunteer program, which is very valuable by the colleges' admission bureaus.