Success & Time Management
Definition: 1. to keep delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring: 2. to delay doing something (from Cambridge English Dictionary)
Procrastination
What is the oldest college in Vermont?
1787
What is the average number of colleges students apply to?
7
True or false: Grants and scholarships are forms of financial aid that you have to pay back.
False
Definition: "The position of a student or trainee who works in an organization, sometimes without pay, in order to gain work experience or satisfy requirements for a qualification." (from Google Dictionary)
Internship
True or false: You have more free time in college than you do in high school
True
How many colleges are in the Vermont State College system?
4: Northern Vermont University (Lyndon and Johnson), Castleton University, Community College of Vermont, and Vermont Technical College
How many students in the US are currently enrolled in college?
19 million
True or false: You can apply for financial aid both from a college and the federal government
True
Other than the application itself, which two documents are applicants nearly always required to submit when applying for a job?
Cover Letter and Resume
True or false: it is recommended to pull all-nighters in college
False
How many colleges are in the United States?
4,200
How many letters of recommendation are required for your college application (on average)?
2
What is the cost of in-state tuition at Castleton University?
$11,304
How many times does the average person change their career?
5-7
When studying, you shouldn't highlight more than _____ percent of the page
20%
What is the name of one of the best college search systems online? (Hint! They also administer the SAT)
College Board (will also accept Big Future!)
How many colleges are on the Common Application?
800+
What is the percentage of college students that receive financial aid?
66%
In 2020, what percentage of jobs will require some type of college degree or postsecondary study?
65%
Each week, how many hours of homework/studying should you dedicate to each class in college?
6-9 Hours
How many majors does the University of Vermont offer?
100+
What is the average college acceptance rate?
66%
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Aid
What percent of employers check an applicant's social media during the job application process?
70%