Institution Types
An institution that offers two years of post high school education, either as a technical training program or general education courses in preparation for completion at a four year college.
Community College
A written description of one’s achievements, interests, and life story used to persuade an admissions committee of their qualifications for admittance.
A personal statement
A sum of money that is borrowed from a lender that is expected to be repaid with interest
A loan
A unit of measure, typically based on the time spent in the classroom, that determines an individual’s status of enrollment, as well as their level of degree completion
A credit hour
What is a social organization with common goals and aspirations. These men & women make a commitment to each other for life.
Fraternities & Sororities
An institution that operates as an education nonprofit organization and typically has a smaller student population and smaller class sizes.
A private university
An online undergraduate admissions application that allows a student to apply to over 600 institutions worldwide using the same information
The Common App
A sum of money that is provided for educational costs from the national or state government or a private organization that does not have to be paid back.
A grant
The undergraduate degree offered by four-year colleges and universities. A total of 120 credit hours are typically required for its completion.
A Bachelor's Degree
a staff member, often a student, who lives in a residence hall or dorm and provides support, guidance, and community building for other residents
An R.A (resident assistant)
A college or university that was originally founded to educate students of African-American descent
An HBCU (Historically Black College or University)
An application that commits an individual to enrolling at an institution if accepted. The deadline for this type of application is typically in early November.
Early Decision
The single most important step in determining the amount of financial aid a student will be able to receive from the federal government
Filling out your FAFSA application
An outline of the important information about a course that usually includes important dates, assignments, and expectations
A syllabus
The first & oldest HBCU.
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (1837)
An institution that aims to impart a broad general knowledge and develop general intellectual capacities for undergraduate students
A liberal Arts University
An official document provided by an individual’s secondary school that lists their courses and academic achievements
High School Transcript
A measure of an individual’s family financial strength and their ability to contribute to the educational costs associated with attending an institution of higher education
Expected Family Contribution
A document put out by an institution that includes the institution’s history and philosophy, and policies and procedures, its accreditation status. Courses of study, degrees and certificates offered, and admission and enrollment procedures.
A catalog
The first College to graduate women
Oberlin College