College Mythbusters
Is college only for students who get perfect grades?
No! Students with different grades and strengths can find college pathways that fit them.
True or false: College can be an option after high school.
True.
What is the name of the large public university located in Madison, Wisconsin?
What is a building where some college students live called?
A dormitory or residence hall.
What careers are there in the healthcare field?
Doctor, Nurse, Ultrasound Technician, Physical Therapist, Radiologic Technologist, Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacist, Medical Assistant, Physician Assistant, Medical & Health Services Manager, Emergency Medical Technician
Do you have to be rich to go to college?
No. Scholarships, grants, financial aid, and other options can help pay for college.
True or false: Every college offers exactly the same programs.
False. Schools offer different programs, majors, and opportunities.
What city is the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee located in?
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Where can you go on campus for help with classes?
Tutoring Center, Writing Center, Library, Professor
What career designs and builds structures such as bridges and buildings?
Civil engineer or structural engineer.
Do all college students have to live in a dorm?
Some colleges require first-year students to live on campus, but you can live in a dorm, at home, or even in an apartment while in college.
True or false: Students can join clubs, sports, and other organizations in college.
True.
What type of school is Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC): a technical college or a four-year university?
A technical college.
What is the name for the place on campus where students often eat their meals?
A dining hall or cafeteria.
If you enjoy computers, coding, and solving technology problems, name one career that might interest you.
Software developer, computer programmer, cybersecurity analyst, or IT specialist.
Can you attend college to learn a trade or earn a career-focused credential?
Yes. Technical colleges offer many career-focused programs.
True or false: A technical college can help prepare someone for a career in health care, manufacturing, or information technology.
True.
What are the most in-demand skilled trades in Wisconsin?
Construction workers, welders, and/or electricians.
Name two ways college students can get involved outside of class.
Examples: sports, clubs, volunteering, student government, cultural organizations, or campus events.
A person enjoys cooking, managing money, and creating new products to sell. What type of career path might combine these interests?
Entrepreneurship, chef or owning a food-related business, such as a restaurant or catering company.
A student doesn't know what career they want yet. Does that mean college isn't an option for them?
No. Students can explore interests, take different classes, and discover career options while studying in college.
True or false: Exploring colleges and careers in middle school is too early to be useful.
False. Early exploration helps students discover interests and plan for the future.
Name two different types of colleges or postsecondary schools a Wisconsin student could attend after high school.
Examples include a technical college, a public university, a private university, or a two-year college.
You arrive at a college where you don't know anyone. Name three things you could do to meet people and become part of the campus community.
Examples: join a club, attend campus events, participate in orientation, join a sports team, or volunteer.
Who should you meet with if you want to participate in a pre-college program where you can learn more about different career paths?
Ms. Hannah