College Admissions
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Solve for x:
3x + 6 = 21
x = 5
Which transition word shows contrast: “however” or “therefore”?
However
What is a dorm?
A residence hall where college students live.
How many credits are needed to graduate?
26 credits
What is the difference between a “reach school” and a “safety school”?
A reach school is harder to get into based on your stats, while a safety school is one where your stats are above average for admission.
What is 25% of 200?
50
hat is the thesis statement in an article/passage?
The main argument or claim of the essay.
What is a syllabus?
A document that explains class rules, assignments, and expectations.
True or False?
YES Prep ranks students based on GPA
False. We have quartiles instead.
What is a personal statement?
An essay that tells colleges about who you are, your experiences, and your goals.
A student scored 80, 90, and 100 on three quizzes. What is the mean score?
90
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
A. Their going to college.
B. They’re going to college.
B
What is a major?
The main subject or field a student studies in college.
How many families are there?? (Visions is the best!!)
18 families
What is the main difference between a scholarship and a student loan?
Scholarships do not have to be paid back, while loans do.
If a shirt originally costs $40 and is discounted 20%, how much is the discount?
$8
What does “tone” mean in writing?
The author’s attitude toward the subject.
What is the difference between a lecture class and a lab class?
Lecture classes focus on instruction, while labs focus on hands-on activities.
Draw Waldo the Wizard.
1st place - 3 shot attempts
2nd place - 2 shot attempts
3rd place - 1 shot attempt
Your teacher will judge
What does "test-optional" mean?
Students are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores.
Solve for x:
2(x - 3) + 5 = 17
x = 9
What does it mean to “cite evidence”?
To use information from the text to support an answer or claim.
What are office hours?
Times when professors are available to help students outside class.
How many YES Prep campuses are there in total?
26 campuses