Exploring community colleges
Students learn about the benefits of community college and consider whether attending community college could be a good option to help them prepare for their future.
Big idea
Community college can be a good option to consider when preparing for the future.
Essential questions
- What are some of the benefits of community college?
- Could community college be a good option after high school for me?
Objectives
- Research the benefits of community college
- Explore a nearby community college that students might consider attending
What students will do
- Review the College Board’s[1] webpage on frequently asked questions about community college to find at least three benefits of attending community college and to explore one nearby.
- Use the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard website to learn more about the community college they chose.
- Answer questions about the college.
- Write reasons why they would consider attending that community college after high school and reasons why they wouldn’t.
[1] The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau does not endorse this third party or guarantee the accuracy of this third-party information.
Download activity
Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_exploring-community-colleges_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_exploring-community-colleges_worksheet.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.