CSU
Financial Aid
Community College and Private schools
UC
College Knowledge & Readiness
100
What does CSU stand for?
California State University
100
How can a student apply for Financial Aid?
Fill out the FAFSA!
100
USC is a prominent Private school in California, what does USC stand for?
University of Southern California
100
True or False
UC stands for University of California
True
100
What is the minimum GPA to be considered for a 4-year institution?
2.0
200
True or False:
The CSU system offers Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and some even offer Doctorate Degrees
TRUE
200
True or False:
FAFSA stands for
Free Assistance for Federal Student Aid
FALSE!
it stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid
200
Name this Community College!
This College is home to many students who live in the South Bay (Torrance, Lawndale, Gardena) area. We held our Summer Program here for the past two years.
El Camino College
200
Name this UC
This UC is the "flagship" campus due to the fact that it is the first and oldest of the list.
UC Berkeley
200
In your A-G requirements, how many years of English are required?
4 years
300
Name this CSU!
This CSU campus is located in Orange County. They are known as the "Titans" of the CSU system and Rank 12th amongst other public universities in California.
Fun Fact: It is within miles of Disneyland
CSU Fullerton
300
When is the FAFSA priority deadline?
March 2nd
300
True or False
1.) Universities offer an array of Undergraduate and Graduate programs
Ex. School of Arts, School of Engineering, School of Humanities
2) Colleges offer more specific/limited programs and may not offer too many if any graduate programs. More liberal arts type of institution.
True! these are the main differences of College and University with some exceptions
300
True or False
The main difference between UC and CSU is that the UC system often offers a more self- motivated learning style and develop students through a more practical or "hands-on" aspect of research.
False! This description fits more of the CSU model of learning.
300
What is the Study Abroad Program?
A study abroad program is usually a trip, short-term or long-term, that is usually organized for educational purposes. Oftentimes, study abroad programs are attached to courses offered within a particular college to offer students a more in-depth international perspective and experience.
400
How many CSUs are there?
23 CSU
400
There are 5 ways you can pay for your college tuition-
1. Grant
2. Loans
3. Scholarships
4. Work Study
5. Parent Plus Loans
Which ones of these do you have to pay back?
Loans and Parent Loans
400
The main difference between Public and Private Colleges is the source of _____ that they receive.
Public receives _____ from State Government
Privates receive ____ from Tuition and Donor
Funding
400
Name 6 of the 10 UCs in California
Berkely, Davis, Irvine, LA, Merced, Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara, San Fransisco, San Diego, Riverside
400
What is the equivalent of an Upward Bound program in a 4-year institution? Specifically within the CSU system.
EOP
Educational Opportunity Program
500
Out of the 23 CSU Campuses. Name 10 of the 23.
Humblodt, Chico, Sac, Sonoma, Maritiime, SF State, East Bay, San Jose, Monterey Bay, Stanislaus, Fresno, SLO, Bakersfield, CSUN, Channel Islands, CSULA, Dominguez, Long Beach, Cal Poly Pomona, San Marcos, SD State, CSUF, San Bernardino
500
True or False:
Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are not awarded based on financial needs. Any eligible student can take out unsubsidized Stafford Loans. You will be charged interest from the time the loan is disbursed, to the time the loan is repaid in full.
True!
Unsubsidized loan's interest starts accruing from the time it is disbursed whereas SUBSIDIZED loan's interest starts accruing after graduation or once you begin repayment.
500
What is one theory that is mentioned in the pamphlet that may explain why some "colleges" (Dartmouth College or Boston College) prefer to be called colleges even though they offer a wide range of undergraduate and graduate options?
The theory is that they do this due to the Tradition of the name itself.
500
Name this UC:
This UC campus does NOT offer undergraduate programs whatsoever. It is the only UC campus that solely offers Graduate Degrees.
UC San Fransisco
500
What are some strategies to succeed in college?
Talk to your professors! (Go to their office hours.)
Become involved! (Join student clubs, volunteer, or start your own club.)
Seek out support! (Ask questions, call UB, and speak to your friends.)
Know where all the offices at your university! (Health Center, EOP, Admissions,
Financial Aid, etc.)
Join study groups and seek out tutoring centers. DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELP!
Get to know your college counselor and advisor and speak to them about your career goals.
Plan ahead! Think about what you need to do to prepare for graduate school.