College Terms
Various forms of assistance or support that can help individuals, particularly students, pay for the costs associated with education, such as tuition, fees, books, and living expenses.
Financial Aid
What does Tri-C stand for?
Cuyahoga County Community College
What's the job title for a person who cooks and prepares food in a restaurant?
Chef
A postgraduate academic degree typically earned after completing a Bachelor's degree. It represents a higher level of education and expertise in a specific field of study.
Master's Degree
In addition to general education, students choose a specific field of study called a ______.
Major
What is the term for the place where students live and sleep while attending college?
Where did Miss Kera graduate college?
Cleveland State University
What is the term for a person who is trained to provide legal advice and represent clients in court?
Lawyer
An undergraduate degree awarded by colleges and universities to students who have completed a specific course of study within 4 years.
Bachelor's Degree
Sophomore
What is the name of the test that many students take before applying to college, which assesses their academic skills and knowledge?
SAT and/or ACT
An educational institution of higher learning that is not operated or funded by a government or public entity.
Private Colleges
What is the term for a medical professional who provides care and support to patients in a hospital or healthcare setting?
Nurse
Does not require a traditional four-year college education. Instead, individuals often undergo vocational training, apprenticeships, or other specific programs to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge.
Trades
Which profession joins and shapes metal parts, creating structures and products.
Welder
What is a type of financial aid that does NOT need to be repaid?
Scholarships OR Grants
The oldest historically black college or university (HBCU) in the United States.
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. It was established in 1837 as the Institute for Colored Youth and later became Cheyney University in 1951.
What's the name of a person who designs buildings and structures?
Architect
An undergraduate academic degree typically awarded by community colleges, junior colleges, and some four-year colleges and universities.
Associate's Degree
What is the profession where individuals work to maintain and improve the oral health of patients, including cleaning teeth and treating dental issues?
Dental Hygienist
The program or opportunity that allows a college student to work in a field related to their major to gain practical experience while still in school
Internship or Co-Op
Which U.S. state is home to the famous universities Harvard and MIT?
Massachusetts
These careers are a part of which career cluster? Software Developer, IT Support Specialist, & Network Engineer.
Information Technology ( IT)
The highest level of academic degree that can be earned in most fields of study. It is typically awarded to individuals who have demonstrated a high level of expertise, knowledge, and research skills in a specific area of study.
Doctoral Degree
What is the name for a document that summarizes a student's academic achievements, including grades and courses completed, often required when applying for jobs or graduate school?
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