Application Process
Standardized Tests
Financial Aid
Dorm Life
College Options
100
When is the best time to ask someone for a college recommendation?
Late junior year
100
What are the two major college entry exams that most colleges require?
What are A.C.T's and SAT's
100
True or false: each year you can apply to FAFSA at anytime during the year.
What is FALSE
100
Do all colleges have dorms on campus?
What is NO
100
True or False: If you want to go to college your only option is to go to a four year college
What is FALSE
200
What is the name of the official document that you'll need to provide to colleges that lists all of the classes you've taken and the grades that you've gotten for them?
What is a TRANSCRIPT
200
If you have trouble paying to register for a either the ACT's or SAT's, what should you do?
Some high schools offer vouchers for you to take these exams for free up to two times. You should talk to a counselor to see what options you have available to you.
200
Does financial aid cover room and board?
What is YES
200
Do all colleges offer residency for all four years?
What is NO
200
After graduating high school what are your different options for college?
What is Community college, two year college, four year college, gap year
300
What are some examples of supplementary items that you'll need to/should provide in addition to your application? (Give 2 examples).
What are: Art Portfolio Music Portfolio Film Portfolio Dance Portfolio Academic Work Extra Recommendations
300
True or False? All schools require the SAT's or ACT's?
False! These schools are known as a Test-Optional schools. Some examples are Smith College (MA), Temple University, College of the Holy Cross.
300
What are things that you need to consider when applying to scholarships.
If they have a GPA minimum, if they need recommendations, how long they will cover you or if its just a one scholarships, if you can renew the scholarship
300
What is a resident assistant?
What is a resident assistant is a student who either gets paid or has their room fee waived to work within the residence halls.
300
Provide two examples of specialized colleges.
Possible Answers Liberal Arts Colleges HBCU's Hispanic Serving Institutes Engineering Medical Colleges Pharmaceutical
400
When should you consider taking a college tour?
It's never too early to start!
400
True or False: IF you have documented accommodations for school, you are guaranteed accommodations during these tests.
True! Here are some examples! Extended time Reader Writer Braille Large print Frequent breaks Preferential seating Private room Alternate lighting Multiple day
400
When searching for scholarships what are some things that you should look for?
What is your gender, race, whether or not you are first generation, the major that you are interesting in, etc.
400
What kind of living options do you have while on campus?
What is live off campus, live on campus, live at home if your school is close
400
True or False? Community colleges offer associates degrees.
What is TRUE
500
When applying to a school, who are some people that you can get recommendations from? (List 3)
Read each of your college applications carefully. Schools often ask for letters of recommendation from an academic teacher — sometimes in a specific subject — or a school counselor or both. Ask a counselor, teachers and your family who they think would make good references. Choose one of your teachers from junior year or a current teacher who has known you for a while. Colleges want a current perspective on you, so a teacher from several years ago isn't the best choice. Consider asking a teacher who also knows you outside the classroom. For example, a teacher who directed you in a play or advised your debate club can make a great reference. Consider other adults — such as an employer, a coach or an adviser from an activity outside of school — who have a good understanding of you and your strengths. Perhaps most important, pick someone who will be enthusiastic about writing the letter for you. If you’re unsure about asking someone in particular, politely ask if he or she feels comfortable recommending you. That’s a good way to avoid weak letters.
500
What can you do to prepare for the SAT's?
In the fall of your junior year, you may take the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test (PSAT) which helps you to prepare for the SAT. By taking this practice test, you also have a chance to enter the National Merit Scholarship Corporation scholarship programs. The PLAN is a practice test to prepare students for the ACT, which can be taken by 10th-graders. For more information visit the ACT Web site.
500
What is FAFSA?
What is The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that can be prepared annually by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.
500
True or false: You can get banned from living on campus if you violate a campus policy even if it didn't happen in the residence hall.
What is TRUE
500
True or False: You can attend colleges in different countries.
What is True!
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