School Lingo
Your main course of study in College
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
What grade is your Peer Leader in?
2rd-year Sophomore
What was the mascot for AAMU?
Bulldogs
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
Minor
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
What type of degree can you obtain at a university?
Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate
What state is Alyssa from?
New York
What is the name of AAMU Mascot?
Butch
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 for school that does not need to be paid back
Scholarship or grant
Name a difference between public and private universities?
Cost, how they are funded, often the size
What state is your Peer Leader from?
Georgia
What are the two AAMU colors?
Maroon and White
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.
Name four types of degrees you can earn after your HS diploma
Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate
What does your Peer Leader like to do for fun?
Sleep
Who is the President of AAMU?
Dr. Wims
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connects you with resources on campus
Academic Adviser
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
What is your Peer Leader's major?
Secondary Education
When was AAMU founded?
May 1th, 1875