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Completing your high school
education is important —
you know it.
And the numbers don't lie …
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS),
those who complete their high school education earn an
average weekly pay of $678, compared with $493 for
those who do not finish high school.
Just as important, the unemployment rate for those
who did not complete high school was 8 percent in 2015,
compared with 5.4 percent for those with their GED.
Compare these unemployment rates from 2015:
• Associate degree education — 3.8 percent
• Bachelor's degree education — 2.8 percent
See how making just that one stop toward completing
your high school education can pay off?
ONLINE COMPLETION PROGRAM DETAILS
What's it like when you earn your high school education
online?
If you enroll in an online program, you can earn an
accredited diploma that includes several benefits.
When choosing a program, make sure the school
• Is accredited
• Offers a flexible, self-paced schedule
• Fits your budget
• Gives you the choice of online or printed textbooks
• Provides 24/7 support in case you run into any
roadblocks
Some online programs even have options that help
students learn on college campuses. Some offer
concentrations in various areas, including
• Health care
• Information technology
• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Plumbing
Who is right for this type of program?
• Traditional students
• Adult learners
• Homeschoolers
• Student athletes
Click here to learn more about earning your high school
diploma online.
Or, if you still want some simple tips for choosing
a program, budgeting for school and preparing
for success, keep moving on down the road.
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Why high
school
completion
is necessary
for success
Source: bls.gov
