College Basics
This term describes a college or university’s policy of accepting any high school graduate, regardless of grades or test scores
Open Admissions
This piece of writing is often required as part of the college application and helps admissions officers assess your character.
Personal Essay or Statement
This form is the standard federal form used to apply for financial aid for college in the U.S.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
This person on campus is typically responsible for overseeing and assisting students in a dormitory
Resident Assistant (RA) or Resident Advisor
This major studies written works of the human spirit, often analyzing texts from various periods and cultures.
Literature
Name the standardized test that is an alternative to the SAT
ACT (American College Testing)
These are the two main components of a college application that showcase a student’s academic achievements and extracurricular activities
Transcript and Letters of Recommendation
This type of financial aid does not need to be repaid after graduation
Scholarships and Grants
These events are often held at the beginning of the school year to welcome new students to campus
Orientation
In this field of study, students learn about ecosystems and how to protect biodiversity while managing natural resources sustainably.
Environmental Science
This is the number of years typically required to complete an undergraduate degree at a U.S. college
Four years
This is the deadline by which students must commit to attending a particular college after being accepted
May 1st (National College Decision Day)
This is the name of the federal student aid program that provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses
Federal Work-Study Program
This term describes the programs and facilities available to students that support their well-being and academic success outside of the classroom
Student Services
This major involves the study of algorithms and data structures, and it’s essential for developing software and applications.
Computer Science
This type of degree is awarded by a community college
Associate’s Degree
This term refers to a college application option that allows you to submit your application early and receive the decision early as well
Early Action/Early Decision
This term refers to the total amount of money a family is expected to contribute towards the cost of college
Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
This is a type of housing option where several students share a living space but have private bedrooms
Suite Style Dorms
Students in this discipline explore the mysteries of the mind and behavior, often conducting experiments and statistical analysis.
Psychology
This is the term for a college or university’s policy that considers an applicant’s character, leadership skills, and extracurricular activities, in addition to academic achievements
Holistic Admissions
This is the name of the common online application used by over 900 colleges and universities to streamline the college admission process
The Common Application
This federal loan program offers low-interest loans to students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student’s education after high school
Federal Direct Loan Program
This term refers to the programs and organizations that are run by students themselves, offering social, professional, and academic activities outside of the classroom
Student Organizations
This challenging major focuses on the design and construction of aircraft and spacecraft, requiring strong skills in physics and mathematics.
Aerospace Engineering