College Basiscs
What is the name of the test most students take to apply to colleges in the U.S.?
SAT, CLT, ACT
What is the deadline called when you can apply to colleges early but are not obligated to attend if accepted?
Early Action
What is the term for housing provided by colleges for students?
dorms
What does FAFSA stand for
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What is the oldest university in the United States?
What is Harvard University?
What type of college offers 2-year degrees and is often more affordable?
community college
What online platform do many students use to apply to multiple colleges at once
Common App
What is the name of the student organization that represents the interests of the student body?
Student government
How much money does Latinos in Action give out in scholarships each year?
5000+
What is the largest university in the U.S. by enrollment?
UCF
What do you call the main subject area a student studies in college?
Major
What is a GPA, and why is it important for college admissions?
it reflects academic performance
How many extracurricular do you need put in your common app?
10
What is the difference between subsidized and unsubsidized student loans?
subsidized loans do not accrue interest while in school, but unsubsidized loans do
What does Ivy League refer to?
What is a group of prestigious colleges in the northeastern U.S.
What is the term for the first year of college
freshman year
What is the term for a short essay students write to explain why they want to attend a specific college
personal statement or personal essay
The most expensive part of college typically are?
tuition and housing
What type of financial aid must you repay
student loans
What college mascot is the "Blue Devils"
Duke University
What is the difference between public and private colleges?
What is public colleges are funded by the government, and private colleges rely on tuition and private funding
What is the difference between a reach school and a safety school?
: What is a reach school is harder to get into, and a safety school is easier to get into
top 3 universities in florida?
UCF, UF, UM
What is a work-study program
a program where students work part-time to help pay for college expenses
Which state has the most colleges and universities?
California