I would also add alternative ways to get into a career. Whether that be through a trade school, code boot camp or technical college that is available in their a

I would also add alternative ways to get into a career. Whether that be through a trade school, code boot camp or technical college that is available in their area. There is no longer a reason to think that you must go get a 4 year degree in order to have a career and financially independent. Education has evolved drastically over the last 20 years because tuition has gone through the roof.