Scholarships
What does KEES stand for?
Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship
Should your resume be longer than one page?
No
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What is the University of Kentucky's mascot?
The wildcat
What is GPA?
Grade Point Average
What is the minimum GPA to qualify for KEES?
2.5
What are some things you should have on your resume?
Contact information
Name
Education
Experience
Achievements
What is one type of financial aid?
Grants, scholarships, loan and work study
What is the name of Murray State University's mascot?
Dunker/ Racer one
What is ESL?
It is a program that allows people to travel to foreign countries across the world and teach English as a second language
What does it mean if you work freelance?
It means you are self-employed
A lot of careers such as Graphic Design, Computer programmers and photographers are examples of careers that can you can be freelance
Is the FAFSA really free?
Yes it is completely free
What is Western Kentucky University's mascot? Why is that the mascot?
The hilltopper and the university is located on top of a hill.
How many colleges are located in Kentucky?
54 universities are located in Kentucky
List at least two types of scholarships?
Academic scholarships
Community service scholarships
Athletic scholarships
Need-based scholarships
Employer scholarships and military scholarships
How long do you have to make a good impression in an interview?
Typically 7 to 30 seconds
What is a SAR?
Student Aid Report to see your family's Expected Family Contribution.
What is the name of the University of Louisville's mascot?
Fredbird
What is a grace period?
A period officially allowed for payment of a sum due. By this I mean if your bill is due on the 21st and you have a 3 day grace period. You have till the 24th to pay it.
What publication has over 5,000 scholarships listed in it?
Affording Higher Education
What is the most common reason a resume gets rejected?
Due to an unprofessional email
76% of resumes get rejected due to their email address
How is financial need determined?
Cost of education - expected family contribution
What is Lindsey Wilson College's mascot?
Blue Raider Bob
What is a W2?
A tax form shows the amount of taxes withheld from your paycheck for the year and is used to file your federal and state taxes