July 1- December 1
Money given that must be repaid with interest.
Student loan
A concentration of study focused on a specific field which requires a specific selection of courses.
Major
academic advisor
an optional course of study
electives
A two-year college that provides employment-preparation skills for trained labor
Technical school
Money given based on merit that does not need to be repaid.
Scholarship
A secondary academic discipline during undergraduate studies.
Minor
time management
organizing and planning how to divide one's time between different activities
study skills
This type of college grants associates degrees.
Community college
Money given based on financial need that does not need to be repaid.
Grant
What is the average number of classes a student is enrolled in each semester of college?
Five
self-efficacy
an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task
the ability to think clearly and rationally, understanding the logical connection between ideas.
critical thinking
F.A.F.S.A.
Free application for federal student aid
What scholarship pays full tuition for community college/technical school?
TN Promise
an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to six years
Bachelor's Degree
career pathway .
a series of jobs that lead you closer to your career goals and vision for life
the "ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated" pursuit of knowledge for personal or professional reasons.
lifelong learner
a degree granted after a two-year course of study, especially by a community or junior college.
What are the requirements for the TN Promise?
8 hours of community service prior to each semester of college
academic integrity
ethical policies and moral code in the academic world
a sum of money charged for teaching or instruction by a school, college, or university.
tuition
an educational institution or establishment, one providing higher education or specialized professional or vocational training
college