Four-Year University
True or False. Senior grades don’t matter for college admissions.
False
True or False. I can work a job while studying at community college.
True. (You can also work a job while studying at a 4-year university)
True or False. Some schools offer apprenticeship programs that smooth the transition to full-time work and make job placement easier.
True
Name three jobs that you only need a high school diploma.
Grant points to any acceptable answers. Examples: Firefighter, Restaurant Cook, Electrician, etc.
This mentor is a huge Eagles fan.
Arman
The name of this single online college application form used by over 900 colleges and universities.
Common Application or (Coalition Application)
True or False. I can save money by doing two years at a community college and then transfer to a 4-year college for my last two years of college.
True
Name at least one trade learned at a trade/vocational school.
Cosmetology, Carpentry, Culinary arts, etc.
True or False. If I decide to enter the workforce educational opportunities, such as trade school or four-year universities are NO LONGER available for me.
False. You can always go back to school if you decide.
This mentor's favorite food is poke bowls
Jillian
Which standardized test do colleges prefer between ACT or SAT?
Neither
Name three potential pros of going to community college.
Save money. Prepare for transfer to a four-year college. Get ready for a career. Try out college. Take advantage of a flexible schedule + proximity to home.
Name two or more benefits of trade school.
Teaches applicable skills in a subject of the student's choosing. Less money and time than 2 or 4-year college. Job placement is often streamlined; some schools offer apprenticeship programs that smooth the transition to full-time work. Provides hands on experience for the skillset being developed
Name three questions you would get on a job interview?
Judges decide if it is right
This mentor can solve a rubik cube in under a minute
Emil
What are colleges that do not require the SAT or ACT to apply to called?
Test-Optional
Name three potential cons of going to community college.
Could be making money instead of spending it. Gain work experience. It can be difficult to stay invested in the program. There is little campus life at most community colleges.
Name two or more disadvantages of trade school.
Limited flexibility in what you learn, so you can’t explore multiple job options. Still more expensive than entering the workforce right away, since you will be giving up full-time wages for a little while. Job opportunities are limited
Name three sections on a Resume
Experience, Contact information, school, certifications, special skills, interests, clubs in school
These two mentors are college varsity athletes
David and Emil
What is FAFSA?
Free application for federal student aid.
What is the name of the closest 2-year college to CVCA high school?
Olive-Harvey College ~8 min drive
Kennedy-King College is also acceptable answer ~15 min drive
True/False: You can go to trade school only once
False
TRICK: Name three songs off Drake and 21s album: Her Loss
Judges
This mentor played basketball with NLE Choppa
David