College Knowledge
Name Two Colleges Nearby
San Jose State, Santa Clara, Stanford, Deanza, SJCC, etc.
If you wanted to become a doctor, what is one subject you would have to take in college?
Math, Science, English
What is financial aid?
Money for College
Who is GEAR UP for?
8th grade students
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
What must you fill out when applying for schools?
A college application
Name two careers that may not require you to go to college
Pilot, police officer, EMT, etc.
What is one type of way to get money for college?
Scholarships, Grants, Loans
Gear Up student responsibilities?
Participating, going to class, trying your best, being involved in school events, etc.
What are San Jose State’s School colors?
Blue and yellow
Name two community colleges nearby
SJCC, Evergreen, DeAnza, Foothill, etc.
Some careers have their own schooling? True or False.
True, Trade School
The fees paid to attend school?
Tuition
What can Gear Up help you with?
Study skills, preparing for high school, financial aid, etc.
A student who is first to attend college in their family is considered…
First-generation
What degree do you earn after completing two years at community college?
Associates
True or False: You can change your career path.
True.
Is it free to apply for financial aid?
Yes! You apply when you are a senior in HS!
Name a Gear Up Advisor.
What’s the oldest CSU?
San Jose State University
What degree do you earn after completing four years of college?
Bachelor’s
What document is needed to apply to any job?
Resume
What can you get a scholarship for?
Academic GPA, sports, talents, extracurricular activities
What does Gear Up stand for?
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs
Has SJSU ever participated in the Summer Olympics?
Yes! San José State has been a part of nearly every Summer Olympic Games since 1924.