College Basics
GPA stands for
What is Grade Point Average?
This term refers to a job you do for a short period to gain work experience
What is an internship?
One thing you should do before an interview
What is research the company/school (or understand the job/position, prepare questions to ask)?
A budget is
What is a plan for managing your money?
This skill involves effectively exchanging information with others.
What is communication?
The degree that you typically earn after four years of college
What is a Bachelor's degree?
This document lists your work experience, skills, and education
What is a resume?
A common interview question
What is tell me about yourself (or why do you want to work here? what are your strengths or weaknesses?, etc.)
What is income (or fixed expenses, variable expenses, savings etc.)?
This term describes the ability to work well with others to achieve a common goal.
What is teamwork?
What is the SAT (or ACT)?
This professional represents clients in legal matters, providing advice, preparing legal documents, and representing clients in court
What is a lawyer?
The STAR method stands for in answering interview questions
What is Situation, Task, Action, Result?
A common type of debt
What is credit card debt (or student loans, personal loans, or mortgages)?
This skill is about taking charge and guiding a group towards achieving its goals
What is leadership?
The type of college that typically offers two-year degrees
What is a community college?
This professional studies behavior and mental processes, helping individuals understand their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors
What is a psychologist?
One way to make a good first impression in an interview.
What is to dress professionally (or to arrive on time, to offer a firm handshake, etc.)?
What is 300 to 850?
This skill involves setting priorities and organizing your tasks to make the best use of your time.
What is time management?
The name of the application used to apply for federal student aid
What is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)?
This professional ensures financial records are accurate, taxes are paid on time, and financial operations comply with regulations
What is an accountant?
The thing you should you do to show appreciation after an interview
What is send a thank-you note?
One way to start building credit responsibly
What is using a credit card wisely (or paying bills on time, keeping balances low, etc.)?
This term refers to the unique combination of skills, experiences, and personality that you present to the world
What is a personal brand?