How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?
Four years (or more!)
100
What is room & board?
Extra costs involved with living on-campus: rent and food
100
How much more likely are you to have a job if you have a Bachelor's degree versus a high school diploma?
a. Twice as likely
b. Four times as likely
c. Ten times as likely
Twice as likely! Unemployment is roughly half for people with four-year degrees.
100
True or False: you must know what you want to study before entering college.
False! The number one major at junior colleges is Unknown.
100
How many years does it take to become a Medical Doctor (MD)?
Between 8 and 12 years!
200
How many years does it normally take to finish an Associate's degree (A.A.)?
Two years
200
What is the difference between a loan and a grant?
Grants typically come from the government, based on a student's financial need or background and do not have to be paid back. Loans must be paid back with interest once you finish school (or 6 months after your last semester).
200
What is the average hourly pay range for Chefs in Sonoma County?
$27-29 an hour
200
Using your SRJC CTE booklet, how many units would a Pre-school Associate Teacher need to complete to fulfill the "Skills Certificate"? How many semesters would that be if you were full time?
12 units
One semester
200
How long does it take generally to earn a Master's degree?
Two years beyond a Bachelor's degree or 6 years total.
300
This is a category of school that trains students in areas like cosmotology, audio production, automotive mechanics, or culinary arts.
Trade school or technical school
300
List two expenses associated with college BESIDES tuition.
Examples: books, room & board (housing), parking, technology fees, activity fees, food, computer & web access, etc.
300
How many years of education are needed to become an airline pilot for a major carrier like United Airlines?
Must have a minimum of a HS diploma plus 3 - 6 weeks for initial training plus 1500 hrs flight time. To work for an airline, a pilot must have Bachelor’s (4 year) degree.
300
If you want to get your Welding Technology certificate, how many units do you need to complete? How long might that take you if you were full time (12 units a semester)?
17. 5 units
2 semesters
300
Name two reasons you might want to get a Master's degree someday.
To prepare for a particular job such as a physical therapist, physician's assistant, speech therapist, school counselor, etc. To study more in depth the subject you are passionate about. To teach in a university. (Just a few examples)
400
How many students (approximately) attend the Santa Rosa Junior College?
37,000 (Must guess within 2,000.)
400
What is the cost of a 3-unit class at the Santa Rosa Junior College (or any other CA junior college)?
$138 ($46 for each unit)
400
In what order does a college student earn the following degrees? (PhD, M.A., A.A., B.A.)
A.A.
B.A.
M.A.
PhD
400
What are the five certificates you earn as a Culinary Arts student?
Baking and Pastry
Culinary Arts
Dining Room Service
Front House Operations
Restaurant Management
400
High school principals typically have what type of degree?
A master's degree in education administration is typically the minimum educational requirement to work in a public school as a principal.
500
How many students attend the University of Berkeley?
40,000 (must be with 2000 people)
500
What is the FAFSA? Why should a student apply for this as a senior?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
This is where you apply for free grant money, work study, loans, and some scholarships.
500
What are two examples of professions that require a professional degree beyond the B.A.?
Lawyer
Doctor
Pharmacists
Veterinarian
Chiropractor
Or any other profession that requires a professional degree
500
What is a Phlebotomist? How many units does a student need to earn for the skills certificate?
They draw blood for a living.
7.5 units
500
What do these degrees stand for?
A.A. EdD
A.S. MD
B.S.
B.A
M.S.
Associate of Arts
Associate of Science
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Master of Science
Doctor of Education
Medical Doctor