Applying to College
What is the name of the application used by over 800 colleges nationwide?
The Common Application
What is the name of the program of study you wish to pursue on a college application?
The Major
This is the term for the percentage of students that are admitted to a particular college.
The acceptance rate
This is the term used to describe a senior that shows apathy toward school in their final year.
Senioritis
If you'd like to play a Division I - III sport in college, you must register with this clearinghouse.
NCAA
What is the name of the program that allows you to earn a two-year degree then transfer to a four-year college?
A 2 + 2 program
If you complete dual enrollment courses in high school, when you apply to college will you be a Freshman or Transfer student?
A Freshman
This is a term used when a college has accepted you, but is unable to admit you to the college due to space limitations.
The Wait List
This is the month that the counselors recommend you send in your college applications, regardless of the college's deadline.
December (before break)
What is the anacronym for public states schools in New York
SUNY
What are the names of the two tests required for applying to most 4 year colleges?
The SAT and the ACT
This is known as the money you have to pay to apply to college.
The application fee
What is the name of the money you send in to a college to show your intent to enroll?
The deposit
What is the name of the large local scholarship program that Pal-Mac puts on each year (from the phone-a-thon donations)
What is the term used to describe a student's attempts to visit and connect with a college?
Demonstrated Interest
This is the term used for a college that does not have a set deadline by which you need to apply.
Rolling Admission
If you are interested in applying for Financial Aid, this is the name of the document you'll have to fill out to receive monetary assistance.
FAFSA
What is the term used to describe a school that you're confident you'll be able to gain admission to?
A Safety School
These are the total number of credits required to graduate High School
22
This is the term used for a college that does not require the SAT or ACT.
Test Optional
This is the term used for students that will apply to just one college, and enter into a binding agreement that they MUST attend that college if they are admitted. Students typically have a better chance of gaining admission under this policy.
Early Decision
Do you have to wait for your transcript and letters of recommendation to be completed before you can send in your application?
No!
This is the term for the subject-specific test required for admission to competitive colleges.
SAT subject tests
False - if you apply in December, your GPA and Rank will be from your Freshman - Junior year.
What type of degree will you earn after completing (typically) 2 years of college and 4 years of college (two answers)
An Associates Degree and Bachelors Degree