College Lingo
What do you call your main course of study?
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes is called _________
Tuition
How long does it take to complete an Associates Degree?
AA: 2 years
Who can you speak with to get advice on colleges?
Your Counselor and TRIO coordinator
What class does Ms. Murphy teach?
Math
A secondary course of study (15 - 18 credits) that is smaller than a major and often complements a student's major is a ______________
Minor
The form students fill out to receive government financial aid for college is called ______
FAFSA
How long does it take to get a Bachelors degree?
Four years.
Name two community colleges in Huntsville:
Calhoun and Drake State
What does GRIT mean?
[OPEN ANSWER, but something like:] Showing resilience, being hardworking, showing up and showing out, helping others.
Difference between a full-time and part-time student?
Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits
How much does it cost to file the FAFSA application?
$0 (it is free!)
How long does it take to complete a Master's Degree?
2 years.
Name two college entrance exams
ACT & SAT
Accepted Responses:
Rocket Scientist (aka missile defense) OR Pro-Basketball.
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
A ____________is a requirement that has to be satisfied before you can enter a class
A pre-requisite
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, career teacher, CAP & GOWN, etc.
What does Coach Reese say after he gets us to be quiet?
"Outstanding, awesome, super-duper-great!"
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
Name the three main types of financial aid for students:
Grants, scholarship, 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 college admission process:
College applications, entrance exam scores, test scores, FAFSA/MFSAA (optional) and transcripts
What awesome perks do you get for completing STEM SI?
ACT book, fee waiver(s), fun, college prep, candy, prizes, BIG BRAIN, BIG BANDS!!
What do you a call a "record" of a student's academic progress, including all courses taken, grades, completion for each course, and GPA?
A transcript.
Which type of financial aid for students do you have to pay back after you graduate?
Student loans (pay back original amount plus interest)
At most 4-year schools, you need ____ credits to graduate with your bachelor's degree.
120
Name three four-year universities in Alabama:
University of Alabama, Alabama State University, Auburn, A&M, etc...
FOR 1 MILLION GRIT TICKETS (like 2 or 3), what does CAP & GOWN stand for?
Creating Academic Pathways and Guiding Others Wherever Necessary