College Lingo
Your main course of study?
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
How long does it take to complete an Associates Degree?
AA: 2 years
Who can you speak to get advice on colleges?
Your counselor, Guidance counselor, college advisor, college rep
A secondary course of study (15 - 18 credits) that often complements a students major and is commonly listed on your resume.
Minor/Concentration
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA
How long does it take to get a Bachelors degree?
What is four years.
An event you can attend to ask questions directly to college representatives.
College fair
Difference between a full-time and part-time student?
Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits
Money you can earn for school that does not need to be paid back
Scholarship or grant
How long does it take to complete a Master's Degree?
What is 5-6 yrs.
Name two college entrance exams
ACT & SAT
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies?
Syllabus
Is in-state or out-of-state tuition cheaper?
In-state tuition
What grades do you need to pass your Regents
65
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed?
Advisor
Name the four main types of financial aid for students?
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
What is the next degree you can earn after completing your Bachelor's degree (typically 2 years)?
A Master's/graduate degree.
Name two important things you need to have ready for the admission process?
College applications, entrance exam scores, test scores, FAFSA (optional)and transcripts