College Lingo
Your main course of study
What is your major?
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
What type of degree do you usually obtain at a technical or community college?
Associates degree
Name three different types of scholarships.
academic, community service, athletic, hobbies/extracurriculars, need-based, applicant's identity
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
What is a Minor?
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA. BONUS: What does FAFSA stand for?
What is a school designed to train students for a specific job in a skilled trade career?
Vocational School
Which college entrance exam allows a calculator on all math questions?
ACT
What percentage of college students are first-generation students?
50%
Difference between a full-time and part-time student
Full-time student:12+ credits
part-time student: less than 12 credits
*per semester
Money for school that does not need to be paid back
What is Scholarships or grants?
What is a school that typically offers two year programs, or associate's degrees, as well as work force training?
Community College
Name two college entrance exams
ACT, SAT
The word "college" comes from the Latin word "collegium" which means...
"community" or "society"
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies
What is a Syllabus?
What are two types of federal student loans and the difference between those two types.
Subsidized and unsubsidized student loans Subsidized does not start accruing interest while you're in college, unsubsidized does.
Name four types of degrees you can earn after your HS diploma
Associates, bachelors, masters, doctorate
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses
females
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed
What is an Advisor?
Name the four main types of financial aid for students
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
TYPICALLY, how many years does it take to complete the following degrees? Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral
Associates - 2-3 yrs
Bachelors - 4 yrs
Masters - 6 yrs
Doctorate - 8yrs
Name three important things you need to have ready for the admission process
College applications, entrance exam scores, FAFSA, high school transcripts, AP scores
What is the average student's loan debt after graduation?
$32,731