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College and Training Information

Why go to college?
  • Learning pays. Average annual salaries of Minnesotans with no high school diploma is $21,008; high school graduates is $28,548, some college is $33,124; two year college is 34,424; college graduate is $53,300
  • Explore different careers
  • Meet new people
  • Study abroad
  • Stretch your mind
  • Have fun
  • Explore new ideas
  • Challenge yourself
  • Learn
Know your options:
  • Work
  • Military
  • Technical college: offer education for employment programs that take two years or less to complete and lead to specific jobs and careers.
  • Community colleges: provide an affordable way to get a good start on four-year degree or pursue specific career training
  • Four-year colleges and universities: offer four-year degrees and graduate programs for a variety of careers.
How to learn about a college:
  • Schedule a campus visit
  • Visit a college web site
  • Call for more information
  • Talk to graduates
  • Attend the College Fair
  • Career Resource Center !!!!!!
  • College representatives
  • College searches on the Web
Campus Visits (check Handbook regarding Attendance Policy)
Students and parents are often not fully aware of what many postsecondary schools are like. Counselors suggest that in order to make the best possible decisions, students and their parents should visit the school. The best time to visit a postsecondary school is when it is in session so an accurate assessment can be made about classes, housing, meals and other areas of concern. Some schools schedule opportunities for visits, while others have less formalized opportunities for observation. Call before you plan to visit.

College Representatives (check in CRC for signup procedure)
Representatives of many different postsecondary schools as well as the military visit the CRC during the year. They provide information about various programs and courses of study. This is an easy, convenient way for students to gather information about schools that they are interested in.


School Guidance Pages
Chanhassen High School      Chaska High School
Chaska Middle School East     Chaska Middle School West     Pioneer Ridge Middle School