COLLEGE READINESS / COLLEGE PREP 1.0
Required process used for entry into a college/university
What is: College Application
- Not a one-size-fits all
- Research program requirements
Most used entrance exam and college tests seniors use for college admission
ACT - American College Test
SAT - Scholastic Assessment Test
True or False:
FAFSA is a loan from the federal government
FALSE!
The FAFSA is a form you need to fill out to get any financial aid from the federal government.
- PSU Requires everyone completes.
Money for school that does not get paid back
What is Scholarship or Grant
Your main course of study
MAJOR
- A SPECIFIC AREA OF STUDY A STUDENT CHOOSES TO SPECIALIZE IN. Ex: Business, Engineering, or Biology.
Dates:
August 1 - November 1
What is: Early Action
- Completed application received between Aug.1-Nov. 1, is guaranteed a decision by Dec. 24.
Professors give the 1st day of class to explain assignments, expectations, grading style, textbooks, and class policies?
What is: SYLLABUS
- Your course guide and what will be expected over the semester/quarter
Financial aid that is based on grades, athletics, and musical talent
What is Merit-Based Aid
How many times can a student change their major?
No limit; just takes longer to complete program/graduate.
Colleges require you to purchase (or) rent them for most classes
TEXTBOOKS
True or False:
Algebra 2, is the highest level of MATH required for entry into S.T.E.M. and/or Business Programs
What is: False
- PSU requires: 1/2 year of Trig, Pre-Calc, or Calculus.
Name at least 2 places where you can find information on scholarships.
Nombra al menos 2 lugares donde puedas encontrar información sobre becas
What is: HS Counselor, College Website, Online searches, Local Businesses; etc.
Oficinas/consejeros de la universidad, empresas locales, sitios web de universidades, búsquedas en línea, etc
These are funds borrowed by the student and/or parent(s).
Student Loan(s)
- Money you borrow from the federal government or a private group to pay for college and repay later with interest.
Minimum number of credits a "Full Time" student takes.
What is 12+ CREDITS
- 12 plus = Full time
11 & below = Part-time
The cost of dorms or other living arrangements
What is room and board
Department that can change your class schedule
What is: Registrar Dept.
3 things colleges look at when considering your application.
Nombra tres cosas que las universidades consideran al considerar tu solicitud.
What is: Grades, Test Scores, Essays, Recommendation, Extracurricular Activities, etc.
Calificaciones, puntajes de exámenes, puntajes del SAT, actividades extracurriculares, ensayos universitarios, recomendaciones, etc
The four main types of financial aid for students:
Nombra los cuatro tipos principales de ayuda financiera para estudiantes:
What is: Scholarships, Grants, Loans, & Work study
Becas, Ayudas, Préstamos, Trabajo estudio
First year college students who live on campus live here
What is DORMS
- Place where college/university student live
True or False:
PSU-University Park Campus requires 1st year students to live on campus
What is: TRUE
- 1st year students are REQUIRED to live on campus at the University Park, Behrend, & Schuylkill campuses.
Nittany Lion DAILY DOUBLE:
MATH Requirements for:
S.T.E.M. and/or Business
What is: Alg.1, Geom., Alg. 2, & .5 credits of Trig., Pre-Calc., or Calc.
DOUBLE POINTS - What is a 2-year degree & 4 year degree called?
PUNTOS DOBLES - ¿Cómo se llama una carrera de 2 años y una carrera de 4 años?
2-year degree- associate degree; 4-year degree- bachelor's degree
Título de 2 años: título asociado; Licenciatura de 4 años
Refers to the $$$ students can earn for school while working for the university
WORK-STUDY
- A way student earn $$$ to pay for school through part-time on campus jobs
1st year students who return to the same university/institution the following year
What is Retention Rate
Academic mentor that guides you through college
Academic Advisor