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Preparing in High School
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100
The standardized tests (ACT, PSAT, SAT) are more important than your high school grades. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: Your performance in high school is a better predictor of college success than the standardized tests.
100
If my family cannot afford college I should not go. Myth or Fact??
MYTH: There are many different options to help pay for college. Scholarships, loans, and grants are a few examples that many students choose to help pay for college.
100
You need to have a major decided before attending a college. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: An estimated 20 to 50 percent of students enter college as “undecided”. An estimated 75 percent of students change their major at least once before graduation.
100
Extra-curricaular activities (such as club participation, athletics and service) will compensate for poor grades. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: Colleges look at these things, but first and foremost they access your academic performance.
100
College graduates earn an average of $100,000 more in their lifetime than high school graduates. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: $1,000,000 over their lifetime
200
60% of college students take 5-6 years to complete an undergraduate degree. Myth or Fact??
FACT: Less than 40% of college graduates earn their degree in four years or less each year.
200
Even if I get financial aid, I will have large loans to repay when I graduate. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: Most colleges only allow you to borrow a reasonable amount in loans. Nationally, on average, students will usually have only $2500-$3500 per year in loans. *There are also loan forgiveness programs that will forgive your loans if you meet certain requirements.
200
If I haven’t heard of a college or university, it can’t be very good. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: With over 5,000 colleges, it is unlikely that you have heard of them all. Some of the greatest colleges are the ones that people have not heard of.
200
I need to decide on what career you want before choosing a college. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: College is a time for you to explore. Students sometimes discover what they want to do by taking a course they didn’t expect to like.You can choose your career path/major in your sophomore year and still complete your college degree in four years.
200
Colleges don't have time to check your social media accounts. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: Colleges sometimes use social media accounts to get a better "understanding" of who you are, and to consider admission an in a big pool of applicants.
300
Even if you do poorly during your freshman and sophomore year, you can get into college. Myth or Fact??
FACT: Colleges look for improvement in performance as a sign that you can and will do the work. In fact, a vast improvement as a junior and senior indicates to a college that you have settled down. However, do not expect to catch up for three poor years in one good semester as a senior.
300
Private colleges offer more financial aid than state supported institutions. Myth or Fact??
FACT: State-supported colleges and universities offer very little of their own resources for financial assistance. Private colleges are a little more flexible when financial assistance is needed. *Some students who attend private colleges will lose their state grant money, or receive less.
300
Private colleges are more challenging than public colleges. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: Some of the most prestigious colleges are public institutions. Ex. University of California; University of Michigan; Penn State University.
300
Building connections with my teachers, counselors, and outside community members will look good on a college resume. Myth or Fact?
TRUE: Having positive relationships will make it more enjoyable when you ask someone to write a letter of recommendation when applying to colleges.
300
You should only apply to colleges you know you'll get into to better your chances of getting accepted at all. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: You should apply to many colleges so that you can weigh your options financially, socially, location, and etc. Colleges determine admission based on a variety of accomplishments and participation.
400
For every one credit hour in which you enroll, you will spend approximately two to three hours outside of class studying. Myth or Fact??
FACT: As a college student, you'll need to spend twice as long as you class time studying the course material. *3 credit hours (1 course) = 3 hours in class per week = 6-9 hours study time per week.
400
I have to start paying back my student loans as soon as I graduate college. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: College graduates students are given a six month grace period before they are expected to start paying off their student loans.
400
Attending a university is better than attending a college. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: There is no real difference between a university and a college, besides the size and types of programs they offer. Colleges are typically smaller, goal-orientated institutions that offer only undergraduate programs. Universities are larger institutions that offer a wide range of academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.
400
Colleges can withdraw my admission after already accepting me. Myth or Fact?
FACT: Colleges can withdraw your admission you fail to meet their admission requirements or maintain satisfactory grade anytime after being admitted.
400
Only students with high a gpa or on a sports team can receive financial aid and scholarships. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: Financial assistance is available for students who have financial needs and meet certain requirements for eligibility. Scholarships are offered to students on a as needed basis, as well as for special talents, services to the community, or contest winners.
500
You can easily boost your college gpa after having a horrible semester/ year. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: It is better to start off strong than having to deal with a low gpa later. Once a gpa is tarnished, it becomes a lot harder to boost up later down the road.
500
Unsubsidized loans do not accumulate interest while in school. Subsidized loans starts accumulating interest as soon as the loan is taken out.
MYTH: Unsubsidized loans starts accumulating interest as soon as the loan is taken out. Subsidized loans do not accumulate interest while in school.
500
The cost of an institution usually determines how great the institution is. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: There are many aspects that makes an institution a good one. However, the cost of a institution does not necessarily mean that the college is a good fit for you, or that it is a great institution overall.
500
Preparation for college should start the summer before college starts. Myth or Fact?
MYTH: College preparation should start as early junior year of high school. Preparation should include college research, financial planning, and admission requirements for each institution you want to apply to.
500
College is for everyone. Myth or Fact?
FACT: College is for any and everyone!
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