Why 5th Year?
Expanding Horizons
by Redefining
Traditional Paths
Why We Do
What We Do
What’s next?
That’s a question many young adults ask themselves as they face deciding between heading to college or joining the workforce after graduation.
The cost of college, unfamiliarity with career options and a lack of certain skills have left many unprepared or with limited choices. Young adults also face mental health challenges as a result of those factors.
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52%
College grads working in jobs that don’t require a degree.
44%
Students who experience symptoms of depression.
$33K
The average amount of student loan debt.
62%
The average six-year graduation rate.
The State Of The
Workforce
The State Of The
Workforce
How We’re
Doing It
5th Year presents a solution. Our nine-month program serves as a map to help young adults navigate those obstacles. We created a place for them to discover career options they might not have learned about during their academic careers.
Our program creates a pressure-free environment where students can learn valuable life and professional skills without worrying about the financial responsibility of going to college and paying bills.
It’s not a year off. It’s an opportunity for young adults to decide their next pathway.
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Mental
Wellness
Discuss common struggles and brainstorm solutions with peers.
Personal
Growth
Define interests and learn how to use them in a career.
Financial
Independence
Learn financial responsibility.
Hands-On
Learning
Discover local career options that align with your interests and passions.