True/False
There are colleges in every state in the United States.
TRUE.
Every state has at least one college or university, as well as a community college.
How many UC schools are there?
9
When is the deadline for UC applications for Fall 2023 admissions?
November 30
What is the main difference between a scholarship and a loan?
A scholarship is money that can be used for college and does NOT have to be repaid. Loans often require the recipient to pay interest.
What percentage of students change their major?
About 80%
Most dorms have a laundry service.
FALSE.
Some might, but there's no guarantee.
What is the average Cal State applicant GPA?
3.69 GPA
Name 2 of the largest colleges or universities in California.
1. USC
2. UCLA
3. UC Berkeley
4. Cal State Fullerton
TRUE or FALSE?
Loans and scholarship require good grades.
FALSE.
There are tons of scholarships that do not focus on grades. Instead they reward students for their outstanding characteristics such as leadership and community service.
You can get paid to take notes in your class for students in need. About how much does it pay?
About $75 per course.
You can also recieve community service hours and priority registration.
College graduates typically make twice as much as high school graduates.
FALSE, but close.
Average annual income in 2022:
College Education: $52,000 VS. High School Education: $36,000
What is the average price of a Cal State application?
$70 is the average price of an application.
What percentage of college students work while attending school?
About 78%
Which account will have more money in at the end?
A. $80 in a savings account with 8% interest for 5 years
B. $100 in a checking account with 2% interest for 2 years
A. $80 in a savings account with 8% interest for 5 years ($119 versus $106)
What is the best way to be prepared for college academically?
Read as much as possible.
Salary is one of the top predictors of career satisfaction.
FALSE.
The top factors are working conditions, relationship with supervisors, and opportunities for growth and advancement.
Approximately what percentage of applicants get into their first-choice school?
75%
That's promising, right!?
What is the most common undergraduate degree.
Business.
Library science is one of the least common.
What defines a SUBSIDIZED loan?
You do NOT accure or pay interest while you're in school.
Name 2 things you should look at when making a college visit.
Housing options, talk to current students, transportation, and the surrounding community.
Your parents are able to check your college grades.
FALSE.
Unless you give them your login.
Besides affordability, what is the 2nd most common reason students choose to attend a certain college?
It offers their desired program.
Followed closely by academic reputation and job opportunities for graduates.
Will my financial aid be affected if I win scholarships?
NO. In most cases a scholarship will not affect the financial aid offered by a college.
What does FAFSA stand for?
FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
How do you get additional help in college courses?
Attend office hours.