Major Decisions

Taking Charge of Your College Education, Eyring

Having doubts about higher education? Maybe you're thinking about attending college but wonder whether it's worth the cost. Or maybe you're already a college student and are worried about whether you'll be able to get a good job in your field. You're right to be thinking about these issues.The author says, "Probably the most important thing I've learned about higher education is this: you can get everything you hope for — and more — if you take personal responsibility for the design and construction of your education. The key is to be your own "general contractor," the one who puts all of the pieces of a higher education together according to a careful personal plan."Features illustrations, graphs, and pictures to engage high school students and get them excited about preparing for and committing to a higher educationIdeal for a student who can't decide on his or her majorIllustrates the various earning potentials of different jobsShows how to build an individualized college ranking system, one focused on your personal learningTeaches how to customize your degree as well as connect your degree to what comes nextWhat University Presidents and Other Leaders Are Saying:"Going to college and getting the most out of it has never been more important. Henry J. Eyring's advice for doing just that is utterly engaging and extraordinarily rich with spiritual insight and practical wisdom, born of powerful personal experience and keen observation. Whether you are just starting college, preparing to go to college, or thinking you can get by without some higher education, you need to read this book!" — Matthew S. Holland, President, Utah Valley University"Major Decisions is about acting and not being acted upon. This is not a book of theory. It is a practical, realistic, "how to" book that addresses both the challenge of getting into a university that will bring out the best in your abilities, and once you are accepted, making the most of the educational opportunities so that you will graduate with momentum, confidence, and a career." — Steven C. Wheelwright, Edsel Bryant Ford Professor Emeritus at Harvard Business School; President, BYU-Hawaii"There is much clutter on bookstore shelves about "How to Go to College." It is refreshing to find a book that asks fundamental questions about not only how one selects a college, but what type of education is best for an individual. This book also provides the reader with a real sense of selfworth and self-analysis. I would recommend it highly."— Gordon Gee, President, Ohio State University"Henry J. Eyring has written a tremendous book that can profoundly alter the trajectory of the lives of students (and prospective students) everywhere. This is one of those rare books that is immensely practical and realistic while simultaneously being filled with wisdom and insight. I highly recommend it." — Stephen M. R. Covey, author of the New York Times bestseller The Speed of Trust"This book is a wonderful mix of information, insight, advice, and exploration. It helps smart students create a path that maximizes their educational experience and puts them in charge of their future. Only someone with Dr. Eyring's educational experience and teaching abilities could craft a book this concise and yet this full of information. I am delighted to recommend it with genuine enthusiasm to friends and colleagues around the world as a valuable guidebook for anyone seeking an extraordinary and transformative education." — Michael Young, President, University of Utah"While so many people speak of the importance of going to college, far fewer focus on what you need once you get there. Henry Eyring's thoughtful book helps students look ahead to see the implications of early choices. It also provides the helps and guides students will need to be prepared when they are done. As a longtime mentor to college students, I'd want all of them to have this resource. As an employer, I'd demand it. This book is a gem!" — Clark G. Gilbert, former Associate Academic Vice-President, BYU-Idaho; President and CEO, Deseret Digital Media