College Lingo
The area of focus you study and graduate with a degree in.
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
What are the types of undergraduate degrees you can earn?
Associates degree, Bachelor's degree
Website you use for all things college and career related.
Naviance
What is the most common car driven by college students in the US?
Toyota Yaris
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
Minor
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA. BONUS: What does FAFSA stand for?
Give an example of a career program.
Trade union, YEAR UP, City Year, Building Pathways, Youth Build, Military
Finish this limerick:
Your application is done with precision
Your essay a narrative vision
If admitted, you're finding, their enrollment is binding
I'm talking about Early_________
Decision
What percentage of college students are first-generation students?
50%
Difference between a full-time and part-time student
Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits
Finish this limerick:
The FAFSA's a form for the masses
Designed to help pay for your classes
In order to file, you'll need to compile
This year's Federal______________
Taxes!
Name two differences between public and private universities?
Sticker Cost, how they are funded, often the size, mission.
Name two college entrance exams
ACT, SAT, TOEFL
What percentage of students took out student loans from the class of 2018
69%
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies
Syllabus
What are the two types of federal student loans and the difference between those two types?
Subsidized and unsubsidized. Subsidized does not start accruing interest while you're in college, unsibsidized does.
What assessment test do you take for military enlistment?
ASVAB
What do you need in order to apply for a job or internship?
Resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation.
What is the hardest public college to get into in Massachusetts?
UMass Amherst
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed
Adviser
Name the four main types of financial aid for students
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
What are the 5 branches of the military?
Navy
MarinesCoast Guard
Air Force
Name three important things you need to have ready for the admission process
College applications, essay, letters of recommendations, resume.
What is the average student's loan debt after graduation?
$23,000