College Basics
This is the typical number of years it takes to earn a bachelor’s degree.
4 years
This is the study of numbers, equations, and problem-solving.
mathermatics
The place where students borrow books and study quietly.
library
Students must submit this form with their grades and personal info to apply to college.
application
The money you pay for classes each semester.
tuition
College students are often called this.
Undergraduates/ Students
Choosing a college major can help prepare you for a future ____.
career or profession
Students often join these to meet new friends or pursue hobbies.
clubs or organizations
Colleges often require this test to assess academic skills.
SAT or ACT
This financial help does not need to be paid back.
scholarship or grant
This is the type of degree you can earn after completing a graduate program.
master’s or doctoral degree?
hese types of majors focus on designing buildings, clothes, or products.
design or architecture
This is the building where students attend most of their classes.
academic building or classroom
High school grades are shown on this document
transcript
Students often take these loans to pay for college and repay them later.
student loans
Colleges that focus on technical skills, certificates, and two-year degrees are often called this.
community colleges or technical colleges
Majors like biology, chemistry, and physics are part of this category.
science
On-campus places where students live with roommates.
dorms or residence halls
This type of essay helps colleges learn about a student’s personality and goals.
personal statement or admissions essay
Living expenses like dorms, food, and books are called this.
cost of living or expenses
The document you receive after completing your college program.
diploma or degree
Majors that study society, history, and people are called ____.
social sciences or humanities
: A campus area with food, snacks, and drinks is often called this.
cafeteria or dining hall
Students may receive this letter to officially accept them into college.
acceptance letter
A part-time job on campus that helps pay for school is called this.
work-study job