Money Stuff
What is a grant or payment made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement?
A scholarship
What study tool helps students to engage in active recall or a process wherein students actively engage in learning by stimulating our memories and creating lasting connections to the material?
Flashcards
Can college credits expire?
No, not really
Culinary arts, HCVA tech, and Auto Mechanic are all examples of certificates you can get from what type of school?
Trade/vocational school
What is a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest?
A loan
What is the best way to use flashcards?
Separate into piles of what you know and what you don't.
Give two motivating factors for going back to school.
More money, job advancement
How long is a typical bachelors program?
4 years
What is the form completed by current and prospective college students in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.
FASFA
Give two different effective study tips.
Take notes
Don't cram
Where would you call to gather information about past college credits?
The registrar office
What degree is one step above a high school diploma or GED?
Associates degree
What is a sum of money given by a government or other organization for a particular purpose that you don't need to pay back.
A grant
What does a S.M.A.R.T goal stand for?
Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Relevant
Time-bound
What services does the DOR offer?
Help with financial payment for school.
Clothing resources.
Vocational support
What types of courses would you expect at a community college?
General education courses
Give an example of what a "situation based" scholarship is.
A scholarship that fits a certain criteria. Ex. California resident or felony charges.
What does active reading mean?
Understanding and comprehending the material rather than memorizing.
Who can help you apply for school?
Your case manager
Sydney (Vocational specialist)
College career centers
Give an example of three degrees you can receive from a 4 year university.
Psychology, business, Math, teaching, English