Paying for College/University
Type of scholarship that covers all college expenses
What group of colleges have the lowest admission rates?
4-year degree
Bachelor's
What are the 2 most popular standardized tests you can submit to colleges as part of your application?
SAT and ACT
What university if located in Edinburg and Brownsville Texas?
UTRGV
A sum of money charged for teaching or instruction by a school, college, or university.
Tuition
An educational institution supported by the state; therefore, most public colleges have cheaper tuition rates for students from within the state
Public College
2-year degree
Associate's
A number that shows overall academic performance. It's computed by assigning a point value to each grade you earn. It is also a key factor in determining your class rank. It has different scales depending on the school.
GPA
What is the mascot for the Texas A&M?
Aggies
Which type of college generally has higher tuition rates: Public or Private?
Private
An educational institution that is not supported by the state. Mainly funded through tuition. often, private donations lead to scholarship opportunities.
Private College
What degree do you get after your bachelor's?
Master's
Allow you to apply earlier than regular decision. Applicants receive admission decisions sooner, usually starting in mid-December. NOT BINDING.
Early Decision
What room is the Go Center located in?
G110
Is the form you need to fill out to get any financial aid from the federal government to help pay for college.
FAFSA form
A college program that helps coordinate student learning experiences in other countries, campuses or locations in the U.S.
Study Abroad
What degree follows a masters?
PhD
Allow you to apply earlier than regular decision. Applicants receive admission decisions sooner, usually starting in mid-December. You can typically apply to multiple schools under an early action plan. BINDING.
Early Action
Where is Rice University located?
Houston, Texas
Source of financial aid that generally does not have to be repaid.
Grant
List all 8 Ivy league institutions?
Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, UPenn, Dartmouth
An academic credential that usually takes less than 2 years and are open to everyone with a high school diploma or GED. Students can earn a ______, associate degree, or can take classes that will count towards a bachelor's degree
An action that demonstrates you have a sincere interest in attending a particular college. Many admissions committees consider this factor in making their decisions.
Demonstrated Interest
What Texas School is located in Lubbock?
Texas Tech