💰 MONEY MATTERS
Money or assistance that helps students pay for college.
What is financial aid
Housing provided for students, usually on or near campus.
What is a dormitory
A person's long-term work path or professional journey.
What is a career
A form used to apply for admission to a college or university.
What is a college application
This classic late-night delivery food is often ordered by the box and features triangle slices, cheese, and endless topping debates.
What is pizza
Money awarded to help pay for education that generally does not have to be repaid.
What is a scholarship?
An introduction to the college, campus, resources, and expectations.
What is a college orientation
The primary field of study for a degree
What is a college major
The date by which an application must be submitted.
What is an application deadline
Open 24/7 or late into the night, this greasy-spoon diner style national chain is a staple campus booth for post-party pancakes.
What is Waffle House (or IHOP)
Financial assistance that generally does not have to be repaid if eligibility requirements are met.
What is a grant
A college staff member who helps students plan courses and make academic decisions.
What is an advisor
A document that highlights your education, skills, experience, and accomplishments
What is a resume
An official record of your grades and courses
What is a transcript
Joining one of these Greek-letter organizations means spending your weekends rushing, pledging, and hosting philanthropy formals.
What are fraternities and sororities
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
What is the FAFSA
Where can students get help with career planning and internships
What is the Career Services Center
A temporary work experience that allows students to gain career-related skills and experience.
What is an internship
A written response that helps a college learn about the applicant.
What is an admissions essay
This group of people—honored guests of the weekend—participate in campus parades, ride on floats, and are introduced during halftime.
Who are the alumni (and the Homecoming Court)
Money borrowed to help pay for education that generally must be repaid.
What is a student loan
They are upperclassmen students who live in campus residence halls to help students, enforce housing rules, and build a safe community
Resident Advisor (or Resident Assistant)
Building professional relationships that can provide information, advice, opportunities, and connections.
What is networking
This term refers to an applicant whose parents or siblings attended the specific university, which historically has granted a slight tip in the admissions process.
Who is a Legacy applicant
The central athletic centerpiece of almost every traditional college that happens once a year
What is a homecoming