After high school graduation, it seems as though your choices and opportunities are limitless. Excited but overwhelmed, students may be filled with anxiety and confusion about the future. At Southeast Community College, with campuses in Beatrice, Lincoln and Milford, NE, expert academic counselors point out that community college is an excellent emotional stepping stone for young people charting paths to achievement.

Community college offers the following distinct advantages.

• Proximity to Home: Some students may not feel emotionally ready to live on their own. Community college presents the best of both worlds. Students live the full college experience and assert their independence while enjoying the comforts and convenience of home. They adjust to demanding course loads and college-level expectations without having to acclimate to unfamiliar surroundings. 
• Chance to Explore: Not everyone knows what they want to do right after high school. At a four-year university, students may feel pressured to immediately pick a major and stick with it. Community college, on the other hand, offers diverse programs of study and courses in a wide range of fields, as well as career training programs with hands-on experience. Students enjoy the freedom to explore options, grow emotionally and expand their horizons without the hefty university price tag. Plus, they can transfer credits to another school later in their academic career.
• Small Class Size & Personalized Attention: Some intro-level classes at universities host up to 300 students. It’s easy to feel lost in that atmosphere, especially for teens who aren’t emotionally ready. In comparison, the average community college class size is 25-35 students. Small class sizes allow students to have individualized attention and the comfort to participate fully in discussions, allowing them to build their confidence.

Southeast Community College offers many exciting pathways to success and personal enrichment. With more than 50 programs of study and multiple degree, diploma and certificate options, SCC has something for everyone. Check out their course offerings online, or call today at 402-471-3333 and connect with an admissions counselor.