UNC System
The UNC system consists of how many schools? (Including NCSSM)
The UNC system consists of 17 different schools
What is room & board?
Extra costs involved with living on-campus: rent, food, activity fees, etc.
What things should you list under your activities?
Sports, clubs, work, volunteering, leadership, etc. (any extracurriculars that you are proud of doing)
What can you do to find like-minded individuals with similar interests to you?
Join a club/student organization
How many years does it normally take to finish an Associate's degree?
2 years
What is the oldest UNC school?
UNC-Chapel Hill is the oldest UNC school and opened in 1789
Is there any benefit to taking the SAT over the ACT, or vice versa?
All benefits come down to personal preference, as colleges accept both tests and don't value one over the other
When you don't know what organizations or clubs you would like to join, what event can you attend?
Activities fair/club fair/involment fair
How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?
4 years
What are two benefits of attending NCSSM when going to a UNC school after graduation?
1.) Guaranteed acceptance
2.) NCSSM tuition grant
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What is the difference between early action and early decision?
Early action is a non-binding application allowing you to apply to a school early
Early Decision is the same; however, the application is binding and you must attend the school if you are admitted
If you need extra assistance for a certain class, what is one option to get academic help?
Attend the professor's office hours or tutoring
How long is a normal Master's degree?
1-2 years beyond a Bachelor's degree.
What are the requirements to be eligible for the UNC tuition grant?
You must have graduated from NCSSM, maintain NC residency, have filled out the FAFSA, and be committed to a UNC system school.
What is the average cost of tuition at NC public schools?
About $7,500 per year ($30,000 for 4 years)
What are the two linked platforms used by NCSSM students when applying for college and inputting recommenders?
SchooLinks and Common App
As a first-year student, will you be required to live on campus?
Yes, most schools require students to live on campus for their first year attending the institution
How many years does it take to become a Medical Doctor (MD)?
At least 11 years
How many HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges or Universities) are a part of the UNC system?
(Bonus points for naming both)
2 (North Carolina Central University & Winston-Salem State University)
List two expenses associated with college, besides tuition.
Textbooks, room & board (housing), parking, technology fees, activity fees, computer & web access, etc.
What is the federal law that protects the privacy of student education records and gives students the right to view their own academic files?
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
What are the unwritten social rules and shared values that define how students, faculty, and staff interact and behave at a particular college known as?
Campus/school culture
What is the difference between a B.A. and a B.S. degree?
B.A. is a Bachelor of Arts and a B.S. is a Bachelor of Science -- the separation has to do with a program's area of focus.