Why Does College Matter?
What is one primary purpose of going to college?
Preparing for a career, meeting different people, living independently, or gaining confidence
What official high school document shows your courses and grades?
A transcript
True or False: College graduates typically earn more money than high school graduates.
True
What type of two-year school is often a starting option for higher education?
Community college
What is the name of the main campus location for NYU in NYC?
Washington Square Park / Greenwich Village (or Downtown Brooklyn)
What financial skill are college graduates more likely to learn and practice?
Growing their finances and budgeting
What standardized test do students usually take or prepare for in 11th and 12th grade?
The SAT or ACT
What is one form of financial aid that does NOT have to be paid back?
Scholarships or Grants
What does "HBCU" stand for when looking at school types?
Historically Black College or University
What type of student group focuses on shared backgrounds or identities, like the Asian Cultural Union or Black Student Union?
Affinity or Identity-based groups
Name two benefits of graduating college beyond career preparation.
Owning a home/assets, helping in the community, or traveling the world.
What is the name of the personal essay you write as part of your college application?
A personal statement.
What are two major official applications required to be considered for financial aid?
FAFSA and the CSS Profile
Name three things to consider when picking a "right fit" college.
Cost, location, campus life, class size, graduation rate, majors offered, or housing options
How many global degree-granting campuses does NYU have worldwide?
3 (NYC, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi)
What step should middle schoolers (7th/8th grade) focus on to prepare for high school and college readiness?
Improving grades, attendance, and state test scores, and applying to good fit high schools.
What rigorous high school courses can you start taking around 10th grade to earn potential college credit?
AP (Advanced Placement) classes
What program guarantees that admitted first-year NYU students from families making under $100,000 pay $0 in tuition?
The NYU Promise
What designation is given to colleges and universities that specifically serve a high percentage of Hispanic students?
Hispanic Serving Institute (HSI)
What is the approximate amount of students at NYU?
29,000
In which high school grade should students actively get involved in clubs, sports, or leadership activities to build their profile?
9th grade
Besides grades and test scores, what letters written by educators are required when applying to college?
Letters of recommendation
What type of financial aid requires students to work a campus job to earn money toward their expenses?
Work-study
How many traditional undergraduate schools and colleges make up NYU?
10 traditional undergraduate schools and colleges
How many total global study sites (outside of the main degree campuses) does NYU offer for study abroad?
12 global sites (e.g., Florence, London, Paris, Madrid, Sydney, Los Angeles).