(18/19) — Teen

Whether heading to college or a trade, focus on long-term goal setting:

: You can now vote in local and federal elections and are eligible for jury duty. teen (18/19)

At 18, you are legally an adult with several new rights and responsibilities: Whether heading to college or a trade, focus

At ages 18 and 19, young people are in a phase called "emerging adulthood". This guide covers the essential legal, practical, and emotional shifts required to move from high schooler to independent adult. 1. Master Your New Legal Powers take out loans

: You can legally sign leases, take out loans, or join the military without a guardian's consent. 2. Essential "Adulting" Skills