True / False
There are colleges in every state in the U.S?
(True) Every state has at least one college or university as well as a community college.
What is the SAT?
The SAT is the Standardized Admissions Test which colleges use as part of the admissions criteria.
What university is located in Greeley?
University of Northern Colorado- UNC
Go Bears!
What is one resource you can use to help you prepare for college
- Dream Team!!!
- Counselors
- Family
What is GPA?
GPA is grade point average that is calculated each advisory depending on your grades. 4.0 is the highest which is all A’s.
You cannot go to college unless you or your family has a lot of money and can pay for you to attend college.
FALSE- There is a lot of financial aid available for students, especially for Trio Students!
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What subjects are on the SAT?
Math, English, and Writing
A bachelor’s degree is a college degree that students usually earn after about four years of study at a college or university.
I can start applying to scholarships when?
- Middle school-12th Grade!
- Most require you to be a senior, but there are several middle school and lower classmen opportunities to earn money towards college
What is a resume?
A highlight reel of your skills, activities, and good qualities, showing what makes you awesome for things like a first job, even without formal work; it's a document that lists your education, sports, clubs (like debate or student council), chores (like babysitting), projects, and awards
There are different types of college degrees?
True !
- Associate's Degree ( Community College- 2 )
- Bachelor's Degree ( University- 4 years)
- Master's Degree ( Graduate School - 6 Years)
- PhD - 6+ years
What is tuition?
This is the cost to attend college.
What is a scholarship?
This is money given to help pay for school that usually does not need to be paid back.
What are two ways to get familiar with a college and the things you need to apply to their school?
- Contact the school
- Visit the school
- Attend a college fair
-Talk to your advisor
- Follow them on social media
You take the SAT your junior of High School?
True, you typically take the Pre SAT in 10th grade to prepare you to take the SAT in 11th grade.
I can apply to college for free because I am in Dream Team ?
True!!!
What does it mean to declare your major?
To decide the main subject you will study in college and what degree you are pursuing
What is a trade school?
This type of school teaches you specific skills like welding, mechanics, cosmetology
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What are the benefits of starting to prepare for applying to college early?
- More opportunities
- Extra money
- Less Stress
- More information
- Better prepared
True or False- I can start gaining college credit in High School?
TRUE!
You can takes dual enrollment meaning you can enroll in a college class while in high school.
Passing the nation wide Advanced Placement exams with a 3 also earns you credit.
You do not have to start preparing for college until your senior year of high school.
(False) It is never too early to start preparing for college. You can even start in middle school by learning what you need to apply to college., different careers, and different college opportunities
Why may someone not be accepted into a college?
- Low GPA
- Low SAT scores
- No extracurriculars
What is a grant?
This is free money for college based on need.
What is FAFSA?
FAFSA is the Federal Application For Student Aid This is a form students fill out to get financial help for college, and is REQUIRED to fill out before attending any colleges?
Double Jeopardy- What college did your advisor attend and what type of degree do the have?
UNC & Bachelor's of Science Degree