College readiness
What test do you "need" to take for college admissions?
ACT or SAT
What is the type of college where you can receive your Associate's degree or transfer to a 4 year university?
Community College
The form you fill out to determine need-based aid and to receive grants.
FAFSA
What type of degree do you get at a 4 year university?
Bachelor's Degree
A grant you can use to help decrease the cost of college if you are an eligible DC resident.
DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG)
A type of high school class you take for college credit.
Advanced Placement (AP) or Dual Enrollment Courses
what is a college or university that often operates as an educational nonprofit organization. It does not receive its primary funding from a state government.
Private School
Financial aid that is based on parent's income and you do not have to pay back.
Pell Grants
What is considered the highest level of education?
Doctoral degree
What is the difference between a Bachelor’s and an Associate’s Degree?
4 years versus 2 years
The primary subject you choose to study in college
Major
What is a college or university primarily funded by a state government.
Public School
A part-time on-campus job that counts as financial aid.
Work Study
Student who works in an organization, sometimes without pay, in order to gain work experience or satisfy requirements for a qualification.
Internship
Does a 2 year college prepare you for a job?
Yes. Many Associate degree programs provide students with the education needed for certain entry level jobs.
What are the two main public school systems called in New York State?
What is CUNY (City University of New York) and SUNY (State University of New York)?
What are some things to consider when choosing a college or university?
Your major, the size and location, the cost, etc.
Do you have to pay back scholarships and grants?
NO! They are free money for college.
What is merit based scholarships?
Scholarships based on academics, athletics, musical talents or other abilities.
When do you apply for your FAFSA?
Your senior year. Opens Oct. 1st.
When you are unsure about what major to pursue
Undecided
When should you send your transcript to a college?
After you have completed your online application.
When a college or university offers you a financial package that pays for tuition, fees, books, rent, food and other living expenses
What is a full ride?
What is tuition?
Who should you ask for a college recommendation letter?