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Choosing a College
Entrance Exams
Admissions Essays
Financial Aid
100
What is the difference between a public school and a private school?
Public schools are governed by the State. Private schools are governed by private organizations.
100

TRUE OR FALSE: There is a penalty for guessing incorrectly on the ACT and SAT.

FALSE

100

What is a personal statement?

An admissions essay about yourself/your experiences colleges ask you to write as part of the application.

100
What are two types of financial aid?
Some examples: Student loans, work-study, grants, scholarships
200
TRUE OR FALSE: Private school is always more expensive than public school.
False. Depending on scholarships and financial aid, private school may be less expensive. And a public out of state school will have a similar ticket price to a private school.
200

To apply to CUNY this year you no longer need any test scores. What other items might an applicant want to submit to help support their application?

Personal essay, recommendations, expanded activities list, etc

200
Name two tips for writing a good essay.
Answers can vary. Some examples: Ask for help, answer the question fully, have others proof the essay, take a break if you have a writing block
200
What type of financial aid do you have to pay back?
Loans. You do not have to pay back grants.
300
What is a 4-year degree typically called? What is a 2-year degree typically called?
4-year degree: A bachelor (of arts/science) degree. 2-year degree: An associate (of arts/science) degree.
300

How many times can you take the SAT? How many times can you take it at Brooklyn Prospect?

Not suggested more than 3. Offered 2 times in school (March/April and Oct)
300

True or false. If you do not have the best grades and/or you did not do well on the SAT exam, the admission essay is a good way to set yourself apart.

True. A compelling essay and story, especially if it provides context, can help the admissions officers understand you and see your potential

300
What is the difference between subsidized loans and unsubsidized loans?
Government pays the interest for subsidized student loans, but not for unsubsidized student loans. Interest is the amount of money you have to pay back IN ADDITION to the amount of your loan. A higher interest rate = more money you have to pay back.
400
What are 4 GOOD reasons to choose a college?
Answers can vary. Examples include: location, major offerings, faculty, atmosphere, etc.
400

When is it recommended to take the official SAT exam for the first time?

The spring of your junior year of high school.

400

True or false. CUNY colleges require supplemental essays

False. CUNY only requires the main personal statement

400
What is the difference between need-based and merit-based financial aid?
Need-based aid is determined by a student's finances, and merit-based aid is determined by a student's grades and achievements.
500

Name 2 reasons someone may go to a 2-year school  first, and then transfer on to a 4-year school.

Answers can vary, but include: To save money, to improve your grades, etc.

500

If many colleges are no longer requiring test scores during COVID, why should I still prepare carefully for the SAT (or ACT)?

Possible Answers: Colleges may start requiring them again by time you apply to college, some scholarships and special programs need them, some colleges still require them and did not waive those requirements, if your grades arent great but you score well it can help you

500

True or false. If a college asked you to write a supplemental essay, you can skip this portion of the application.

False. This part of the application is very important and "optional" in an application rarely is

500
Which type of student loans should you avoid as much as possible?
Private student loans. They tend to have higher interest rates, and they are most difficult to pay off.