College Lingo
chosen area of study
Major
amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
tuition
Average amount of time it takes to earn a bachelors degree
four years
the office that helps students find internships, jobs following graduation or resume support
Career Advancement or Career Services
What does CCR stand for?
College and Career Readiness
chosen area of study that requires fewer credits
minor
the form students fill out to receive financial aid for college
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
An event you can attend to ask questions directly to college representatives and learn about colleges/universities
College Fair
Designated times a Professor sets aside to meet one-on-one with students. Some professors require appointments, while others allow the students to drop in at these designated times
office hours
GPA
Grade Point Average
college or academic advisor
the person who helps you register for classes and stay on track to graduate
Money you can earn for school that does not have to be paid back
scholarship or grant
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, university website, local businesses, churches, organizations, etc
Students can visit this space for mental health support, physical check-ups, health and wellness education, etc
Student Health Services
Colleges require you to purchase these or rent them for most classes
Textbooks
the process of enrolling in classes
registration
In-state tuition is usually ______ than out of state tuition
cheaper
a binding agreement, where you indicate to the college that upon acceptance you will attend that school.
Early Decision
a friendly space that provides students with free 1:1 peer feedback and support for writing
Writing Center
What is the first day of summer session courses?
Monday, June 23
A "record" of a student's academic progress, including all courses taken, grades, completion for each course, and GPA.
Transcript
this allows students to earn money from a campus job to help pay for educational expenses
work study
a restriction that prevents students from registering for classes. Holds can be placed for multiple reasons such as financial or academic reasons.
Registrar Hold
a trained peer leader who coordinates activities in residence halls in colleges and universities
Resident Assistant (RA)
Name all four college and career readiness programs?
Collegiate Scholars Program (CSP), South Side College and Career Catalyst program (C3), Space Explorers Program, Youth Internship Program (YIP)