About the author

Megan Kuster is currently in 11th grade and

Hackettstown High School. She lives in
Hackettstown New Jersey with her family. She
hopes to attend a 4 year University graduate
and get a degree in business or business
management.

Megan Kuster

4 year college is
the best for me!

What's inside?
How did I choose that particular option
Requirements and educational opportunities available
Pros and Cons for this option
Potential careers or job opportunities for the option
Final thoughts going forward with this option.
About the author

PROGRAMS IM INTERESTED IN

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Accountancy in Financial Accounting

Program at Rutgers University

A four year school is the best option for me because I want to experience college and everything that
comes along with it. I also am looking to earn my degree in something I'm interested in. I'm leaning toward a
degree in business because there are a lot of job opportunities available in that career field. My first year I want
to get my general Ed classes that are required done
with and then the next 3 years focus on my set major.
I'm looking for a larger school because I want to meet
new people. I would like to go to a school with a division
1 football team. After college and earning a degree in

If a student is admitted in the

summer, classes are on a full-time
basis and on a part-time basis in
the fall and spring. These
students can complete the fulltime courses prior to pursuing their
full-time job opportunities in late
summer or early fall and complete
the part-time courses thereafter.
Business Program at Montclair University
Through this program the degrees offered are, Economics
Finance
Hospitality Management
Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Retail Merchandising and Management
Real Estate
Sports, Events, and Tourism Marketing
International Business

business or business management there will be a lot of

jobs available that provide a stable income for myself.

Business Management at ESU

The purpose of the Business Management program is to provide
students with the knowledge, training, and skill development they
will need to pursue a successful career in business management.
As a Business Management major, you choose the area of
specialization that you would like to pursue.
The areas of specialization are Accounting, Finance, General
Management, and Marketing

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WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENT S?

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Accountant
Median Pay- $63,550
Job outlook 13%
166, 700 new jobs from 2012
2022

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To be accepted to a 4 year schoolYou need to graduate high school or get your GED.

The acceptance to 4 year schools vary by theFinancial Examiners

Median Pay- $75,800
Job outlook- 6%
1,800 new jobs from 2012
2022

SAT scores

GPA

Writing an essay answering the required question

the school provides

Budget Analysts
Median Pay- $69,280
Job Outlook- 6%
3,800 new jobs from 2012-2022

Resume

The educational opportunities if accepted in 4 years

earning a bachelors degree in your chosen major.

This option is the best for me because I will be taking

Insurance Underwriters
Median Pay- $62,870
Job Outlook- -6%
-6,500 jobs from 2012-2022

the SATs and aiming to get the required scores for the
schools I want to go to.

DISADVANTAGES (CONS)

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The advantages of a 4year school are

Earn a Bachelors Degree

A 4 year University gives you

the opportunity to earn a bachelors degree and start your career.

Pros

Well rounded Education

You a required to take general Education and dont just

earn knowledge in your major.

On campus Employment Opportunities

If you need extra money, on campus employment is a
great way to earn money while not having to commute
anywhere

Knowledgeable Instructors
4 year universities hire distinguished scholars therefore
giving you an overall well rounded education and a better overall academic experience

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Cons
Accessibility of Professors
Access of professors may be limited because of the
amount of students they have. Getting in touch with a
professor will be harder since they will have hundreds of
students.

Cost of Tuition
Four year colleges cost more than community college
and you could be paying off college loans after you get
out of college and earn your degree
* I am planning on getting help from my parents to pay
for my college.

Additional cost of Room and Board

On top of paying expensive tuition to live on campus you
are also paying for room and board which is expensive

Doesn't necessarily prepare you for the Real World

College is very different from the Real World, most
people have meal plans so they dont have to cook. Your
sleep schedule is also different, normally staying up very
late and sleeping in late.