Senior Year
How often should you meet with your UB advisor during your senior year?
At least once a month.
What month does Minnesota offer a free college application week?
October
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Student Aid
What time should you be at Johnson High School on Wednesday, August 14th?
7:00 AM
Who is Beka's favorite musical artist?
Taylor Swift
What months do seniors typically receive college decisions?
February - April
True or False: Colleges will continue to look at your grades throughout your senior year.
TRUE - Be sure to keep your grades up, it could lead to more scholarship/grants from the college!
What month and day does the FAFSA typically open each year?
October 1st
When exploring Chicago, how many students does UB require you to have in a group?
Three or more
How many children does Mr. Lor have?
Name three tasks you should complete during the fall of your senior year.
Create an organization system, finalize your college essay, apply to colleges, submit your FAFSA, apply to scholarships, collect letters of recommendation.
What is the name of the college application system that over 1000+ colleges/universities use?
The Common App
True or False: The FAFSA doesn't have a deadline
FALSE - The FAFSA deadline is usually June 30th
True or False: You can visit other student rooms when at the Hostel.
FALSE - Use common spaces to connect with your friends!
What was Paw's major in college?
Asian Studies
Name three tasks you should complete during the winter of your senior year.
Wrap up college applications, submit FAFSA, Continue applying for scholarship, keep your grades up, take ACT
What materials do you need to prepare for a college application (name at least three)
High School Transcript, College Essay, Letters of Recommendation, Application Fee Waiver, ACT Scores (Optional)
Name at least three different types of financial aid students can receive from the FAFSA or a college.
Student Loans, Grants, Scholarships, Work Study
If TRIO UB sends a message for you to share with your family, when do you send it?
IMMEDIATELY.
Black American Shorthair (Black cat).
Name three tasks you should complete during the spring/summer of your senior year.
Receive acceptance letters, review financial aid packages, make appeals, make deposits, take placement exams, attend student orientation, apply for housing, select a roommate, register for classes
Name three types of college application deadlines
Early decision, early action, regular decision, rolling admission, priority deadline, final deadline
What does SAI stand for?
Student Aid Index
Name the two colleges we will be visit on our trip to Chicago.
Northeastern Illinois University and UW Madison
What year was TRIO Upward Bound created?
1964