Application Process
What are scholarships?
Scholarships is money that can be used for college and do not have to be repaid. Scholarships are awarded by various people, including the state and federal governments, public and private organizations, and colleges and universities.
The subject you choose to focus on in college for a particular career
Majors
Where do students live when attending college?
Dorms!
What are the possibilities of things you can do after graduating college? A. Attend graduate school B. Get a job C. Volunteer D. All of the above
D. All of the Above
What is the ACT or SAT?
College entrance exams
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
Minors
Name three clubs you can find on a college campus...
Health Club
Student Unions
Student Government
Math Club
Music Groups
Fashion Club
TYPICALLY, how many years does it take to complete the following degrees? Associates, Bachelors, Masters
Associates - 2-3 yrs
Bachelors - 4 yrs
Masters - 6 yrs (2 years after bachelor's)
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA
How many credits can a student take each semester?
a.) 16 (about 4 classes)
b.) 18 ( about 5 classes)
c.) 12 ( about 3 classes)
d.) 22 ( about 7 classes)
B.) 18 credits
How many divisons are there in college sports?
1, 2, 3 or 4?
3!
The oldest college in the United States
Harvard University - Founded in Massachusetts in 1636
What do we call the amount the college/university is charging you for your classes?
Tuition
Name three things you can do to prepare for college now
Starting thinking about a college and career
Develop good study habits
Form good/positive peer groups
Keep up your grades
Research colleges/careers
Become involved in school
What is it called when a student goes to another country for a semester in college?
Bonus: what country would your group want to visit
Study Abroad
How many colleges are in the United States
5,300
What are the parts of a college application
( what documents do you have to share)
a.) Resume, personal story, grades (transcript)
b.) Letters of recommendation, resume, personal story, grades (transcript)
c.) Letters of recommendation, personal story, grades (transcript)
b.) Letters of recommendation, resume, personal story, grades (transcript)
Choosing a career/major because it makes a lot of money is the right choice, yes or no? Why?
NO! Money doesn't buy happiness! Identify your talents and choose something you enjoy and are good at! It will never feel like work!
True or False: The SAT and ACT are mandatory for applying to college ( you have to take these tests in order to go to college)
Nope - most schools have become SAT and ACT optional meaning you do not have take these exams
Where does Jodi go to school?
Bonus: What am I studying?
Earlham College?
Education!