Vocabulary
Employment?
Having a paid job
What is a degree?
An award given by a college or university after completing a program of study
How long are you in a two year school?
2 years
Can you go to college at any age?
Yes!! There are nearly 2 million 40-60 year olds in post-secondary education programs!
Where did Miss Megan go to college AND what degree did she get?
South Dakota State University, Communication Studies
Certification
Official proof that you have a specific skill or training
What is tuition?
The money paid to attend a school, college, or program
Is community college cheaper than university/college?
Typically
What is the most expensive college/university in Iowa
Grinnell College
Where did Mr Reese go AND what degree did he get?
William Penn University, Psychology, Sociology and Human Services
On-the-job Training
Learning skills while working, usually taught by the employer
What is the difference between college and university?
Colleges do not typically offer anything above a bachelors degree where universities do
Can you attend a special focus school if you do not know what you want to graduate with? Why can you or can you not?
1. No
2. It is specialized and can be competitive to get in to
What is the most expensive college/university in the US? (two options)
USC or Pepperdine
What was the school mascot of Mr. Reese's university?
Statesman
Apprenticeship
Learning a job by working with a skilled professional while also taking classes
What are Coe, Central, and Northwestern considered?
College
Do you get a degree or certificate from these schools?
Both
What is the highest paying blue-collar career?
Elevator & Escalator Installation/Repair
When did Mr Reese graduate college?
2016
Industry Recognized Credentials
a certification or license as proof of the skills and knowledge employers want in a specific career field
Does Iowa have more colleges or universities?
Colleges
What were the names of the two religious schools from the slideshow?
Emmaus and Divine Word
By 2031, what amount (1/4, 2/3, or similar fraction) of jobs will require some type of post-secondary education or credentials?
2/3
Which university does Miss Megan DESPISE?
North Dakota State University