College Vocabulary
The two different types of colleges/ universities.
What is private vs public?
Any post-secondary educational institution that offers training for a specific job
What is a vocational school?
What is the youngest you can get a job (in the state of Iowa)?
Work's permit 15 years old, legally 16 years old
What are the 5 branches of the military?
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, & Coast Guard.
Name 5 bills you may encounter as an adult.
*Various responses
This is the subject or related to the subjects you study in college.
What is a college "major?"
How long do trade schools typically last?
Between two to four years.
True or False: All jobs will provide with adequate health insurance.
False: Many jobs require a probation period (90 days) until they hire you on, and give you benefits.
How many countries does the U.S. operate in?
Over 100 countries, including the U.K., Germany, Italy, Brazil, South Korea, Australia, Afghanistan, Iraq and Japan.
What is a resume?
What are institutions that offer 1-2 year programs that result in a certificate or a 2-year degree?
Community College
What is the average cost of attending a trade school?
What is $33,000?
What is the median weekly wage with a high school diploma?
a) $400
b) $650
c) $700
d) $300
b) $650
How much time off do you get while in the military?
30 days of paid vacation each year
What three fees are taken out of your paycheck?
Social security, federal income tax, state income tax
What is the term for a 4-year degree earned at a college or university?
What is a Bachelor's degree.
What is the median annual salary?
What is $35,720?
True or False: Those with a bachelors degree and higher work on average more than someone with a high school diploma.
False - someone with high school diploma 8.2hrs worked weekly. Bachelor's degree , 8hrs.
How much of college will the military pay?
Public tuition, and monthly housing allowance, and $1,000 in books & supplies.
What is a masters degree?
A degree you get after obtaining your bachelors. This might be a factor into a bigger pay.
What is the term for money that a student gets from a bank to help pay for college that has to be repaid when the student finishes college?
What is a Student Loan
What are some jobs you get through vocational school?
What is elevator installer, radiation therapist, dental hygienist, electrician, plumber, HVAC technician, etc?
Employers look for ______ skills rather than ______ skills.
a) physical / cognitive
b) cognitive / physical
b) cognitive / physical.
Who is in charge of the US Military?
President of the United States
What is the average high school graduation rate for Iowa?
91%