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
This refers to the belief that college students frequently gain 15 lbs during their freshman year
Freshman 15
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/MFSAA
The term for living quarters provided by a college or university.
Dorm
Florida's 2+2 program allows students to do what after completing their 2 year associates degree at a community college
This score is a numerical representation of a person's creditworthiness
credit score
Difference between a full-time and part-time student?
Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits
This meal plan type allows students to eat at any time during dining hours
Unlimited Meal Plan
At most 4-year schools, you need ____ credits to graduate with your bachelor's degree.
120
Name two college entrance exams
ACT & SAT
What is the average size of a classroom with students in college?
150-300
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
What is the difference between National Panhellenic Council and Panhellenic Council?
They are both Greek organizations. NPHC was founded in 1906 because African Americans were not allowed to join PHC.
What is the minimum weighted GPA you have to be considered for a state university?
MINIMUM 4.0...Aim higher
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.
A written statement that explains a student's goals and experiences, often included in college applications.
personal statement
This is when a student takes classes or have experiences in another country
Study Abroad