College, Trade Schools, and Careers

Testing

100

Two standardized tests required by some schools to be accepted

The SAT & ACT

200

On this standardized test, score range is 400-1600

SAT

300

On this standardized test, the score ranges from 1-36

ACT

400

This is an aptitude test commonly used by the military

ASVAB

500

This test helps colleges make accurate course placements for students

Accuplacer

Types of Degrees

100

An example of a common two-year degree

Associate's Degree

200

Example of a common four-year degree

Bachelor's Degree

300

The two types of degrees commonly earned in graduate school

Master's and Doctorate

400

An example of a trade school certificate

Automotive mechanic, cosmetology, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, etc. 

500

True or False: You can get a certificate in Psychology at a trade school.

False

Types of Schools

100

Offers two-year college degrees

Community College

200

Offers career diplomas or certificates

Trade School

300

Offers four-year Bachelor's degrees and sometimes advanced graduate degrees

College/University

400

Give an example of a vocational school

UTI, Lincoln Tech, Eastwick, HoHokus

500

Give an example of a two-year college and a four-year college

Answers vary

High School

100

How many credits for just foundation plan

22 credits

200

Credits for foundation + endorsement plan

26 credits

300

how many endorsements

5

400

This endorsement covers interests in several areas. 

multidisciplinary

500

Classes where you earn credits for high school and college

Dual credit classes

Financial Aid

100

This form must be completed and filed to receive financial aid for any post-secondary education

FAFSA

200

True or False: A loan does not need to be paid back

False

300

Name two types of "free money" for college

Scholarships and grants

400

Define a scholarship

Answers vary

500

True or False: You only need to apply for financial aid once

False (it is done yearly)