College Lingo
Your main course of study
What is your major?
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
What type of degree do you usually obtain at a technical or community college?
Diploma, certificate, Red Seal
Name three different types of scholarships.
academic, community service, athletic, hobbies/extracurriculars, need-based, applicant's identity
This document provides a formal overview of your work history, qualifications, and education.
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
What is a Minor?
Required fees that you pay to the University to cover on campus supports
What are student fees?
What is a school designed to train students for a specific job in a skilled trade career?
Vocational School
Which college entrance exam allows a calculator on all math questions?
ACT
This sheet is typically included with your resume, where you explain why you would like to work at the company.
A cover letter!
Difference between a full-time and part-time student
Full-time student:12+ credits
part-time student: less than 12 credits
*per semester
Money for school that does not need to be paid back
What is Scholarships, Bursaries, or grants?
What is a school that typically offers two year programs, or associate's degrees, as well as work force training?
Community College
Name two college entrance exams
ACT, SAT
Once you are offered the position, you can negotiate this. Make sure you dont get "lowballed"
Salary/Pay.
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies
What is a Syllabus?
What are two types of student loans and the difference between those two types.
Provincial, National, Bank
Name four types of degrees you can earn after your HS diploma
Diploma/Certificate, bachelors, masters, doctorate
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses
Name three websites where you can apply/look for a job?
Craigslist, Canadian Job Bank, Indeed.ca
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed
What is an Advisor?
Name the four main types of financial aid for students
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
TYPICALLY, how many years does it take to complete the following degrees? Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral
Diploma/Certificate - 2-3 yrs
Bachelors - 4 yrs
Masters - 6 yrs
Doctorate - 8yrs
Name three important things you need to have ready for the admission process
Applications, High School Transcript, References,
Typical number of hours worked during part-time jobs
. What is 10 - 20 hours?