Are you graduating or do you know someone who is graduating this May? Graduating and transitioning to a career is exciting, but can also be a challenging time. There are things you can do to prepare yourself for the transition and to help alleviate potential confusion or unease.
• If you are entering the workforce, make sure you evaluate a job offer thoroughly before accepting it. You should consider all aspects of the position, such as if you would need to travel, what benefits are offered, whether the salary is sufficient and whether you would need to relocate.
• According to the National Center for Education Statistics, over 50 percent of full-time undergraduates will finish school with student loans. If you are one of those students or are taking out loans for graduate school, make sure that you understand your repayment options