Paying For College
What are typical requirements for scholarships?
Essays, Transcripts, GPA, Test Scores, Experiences
True or False: The Rec Center is free to use
True
What is the UCCS Mascot's name?
Clyde
What is the difference between an Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree
Time taken to complete the degree.
If you don't have access to a computer, where can you go on campus to use one?
Dwire, Columbine, Centennial, the SLL, and the Library
What are two additional fees in college besides tuition?
Where do you go to get your class schedules?
Your Academic Advisor (Located in Main Hall here!)
How many students live in the dorms their first year?
40%
What is the difference between Private college and Public college?
Campus size, degrees offered, and cost to attend
What is a syllabus?
A roadmap for the semester!
What is the difference between Grants and Loans?
Grants you do not have to pay back, Loans you have to pay back
How can you get from University Hall to the Lane Center without driving your car?
Take the on campus shuttle bus!
When should you start applying for college?
The summer before your Senior year?
You would go to this type of school if you wanted to do Culinary, Cosmetology, Mechanical work, Electrician work, Dental Hygenist, or Para-legal.
Trade School (Also called Technical school or Vocational school)
Where do you go for math help?
The Math excel center, located in Centennial
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What's an RA?
A Residential Assistant
How many universities are in the CU system?
4- Anschutz, UCCS, CU Boulder, CU Denver
What is the difference between Pikes Peak and USAFA?
Pikes peak is a community college and USAFA is a military installation that also offers college.
How many hours should you study for 1 class?
2 hours per credit each week (usually around 6 hours)
What is COF?
College Opportunity Fund
What is room and board?
Name 3 colleges at UCCS
College of Business, College of Education, School of Public Affairs, College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Science, College of Engineering and Applied Science.
What is the difference between In-State and Out-of-State tuition for UCCS?
In state tuition is about $8,500-$23,000
Out of state tuition is about $20,000-$33,000
It depends on housing and the amount of credit take as well!
What is the minimum credit requirement for full time students?
12 credit hours (about 4 classes)