Choosing a College
Entrance Exams
Admissions
Financial Aid
WILD CARD
100
What is the difference between a community college and a 4-year university?
4-year colleges or universities offer bachelor's degrees and sometimes higher (master's and doctorates); while community colleges only offer an associate's degree or an opportunity to transfer to a 4-year.
100
TRUE OR FALSE: There is a penalty for guessing incorrectly on the SAT or ACT.
False
100
TRUE OR FALSE: It is not necessary or recommended to have others proofread your essay.
False. The more opportunities that others have to read your essay, the better it will be!
100
What are two types of financial aid?
Some examples: Student loans, work-study, grants, scholarships
100
How many years of high school English are required to gain admission to a four-year college or university?
4
200
TRUE OR FALSE: Private school is always more expensive than public school.
False. Depending on scholarships and financial aid, private school may be less expensive. And a public out of state school will have a similar ticket price to a private school.
200
What is the average score on the SAT?
1000
200

TRUE OR FALSE: The SAT is the only college entrance exam you can take to get in to college?

False: You can also take the ACT which includes science and less English.

200

What is the name of the FREE form to apply to the Federal Department of Education for financial aid?

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

200

TRUE OR FALSE: It is acceptable to write about a controversial topic in your admissions essay if you are able to defend it well.

False. Steer clear from controversial issues and instead focus on YOU.

300

Who are the best looking individuals on CSU-Pueblo Campus?

Jarrod, Sandy and Heather

300

TRUE OR FALSE: You are required to take the ASVAB test in order to be admitted into a college/university. 

False: The ASVAB ( Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is used to help reveal career strengths for prospective enlisted Soldiers 

300
TRUE OR FALSE: If you have a high GPA but a low SAT/ACT score (or vice versa), the essay may be a good time to explain why.
True. It gives the college or university an opportunity to understand where you are coming from and how you have grown from this experience.
300
What is the difference between subsidized loans and unsubsidized loans?
Government pays the interest for subsidized student loans, but not for unsubsidized student loans.
300

“This refers to when a high school student takes a college course and receives credit from their high school”

“What is Dual Enrollment/Concurrent Enrollment?”

400

TRUE OR FALSE: Colleges with open admissions accepts all students with a high school diploma until spaces are filled.

TRUE

400
What is the difference between need-based and merit-based financial aid?
Need-based aid is determined by a student's financial situation, and merit-based aid is determined by a student's grades and achievements.
400
When do you have to start paying back most subsidized student loans?
Usually, 6 months after graduation.
500

What are at least four things you might consider in choosing the college to attend?

Party Scene, Class Size, Graduation Rates, Affordability Big Sports, Strong Reputation, Amenities, Variety of Clubs Earning Potential After Graduation, Prestige, Weather / Location, Student Body, Student Resources, etc.

500

TRUE OR FALSE: Most academic scholarships are awarded by individual colleges to students with high GPA's (3.5+) and high ACT/SAT scores.

TRUE

500
Which type of student loans should you avoid as much as possible?
Private student loans. They tend to have higher interest rates, and they are most difficult to pay off.
500

TRUE OR FALSE: You can only apply for scholarships through the school you are looking to attend.

False

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