Show Me The Money! (Financial aid questions)
Money borrowed for college that must be paid back
Student loan
Predictably the first question asked during 90% of interviews
So, tell me a little about yourself
Non-compulsory application round submitted from November to January
Early Action
Term used to describe showing colleges that you’re captivated by their institution
Demonstrated interest
Online platform used to apply to over 900 US colleges
Common App
Type of employment granted to students on campus
Work study
Usually the last question asked during 90% of interviews
What questions do you have for me?
The primary difference that distinguishes Early Decision applications from all others
It is binding; there is a commitment to attending if admitted.
Having a formal conversation about your interest in the university
Interview
Online platform used to apply to over 200 colleges in the United Kingdom
UCAS
What does ISFAA stand for?
International Student Financial Aid Application
Standard courtesy action done within 24 hours after the interview
Send a thank-you note
Application round without firm deadlines; decision typically given within 4-6 weeks of submitting application
Rolling
How to opt-in and get periodic messages from the college
Sign up for the mailing list
Online platform used to apply to many colleges in the Netherlands
Studielink
The CSS Profile, what do the letters CSS stand for?
College Scholarship Service
Three categories of people who usually conduct college interviews
Admission officer, alumni, student intern
Handful of very highly selective institutions use this round to limit the number of schools where you can submit applications soon
Restrictive/Restricted Early Action or Single-Choice Early Action
The most definitive way to express your love for a college; it is typically the best chance of gaining admission for international students at many colleges
Apply Early Decision
Online platform that is trying to gain some of the market share in the USA
Coalition App
On which international financial aid form must you convert your country’s local currency to USD?
ISFAA
Term used if the interview counts as part of your application
Evaluative
Term used at global institutions for students applying early for premier scholarships
Priority
Type of tool colleges use to determine if/when/how often you open their emails and click on the links
CRM or Customer/Client Relationship Management system
Application that is used by many Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Common Black College Application