Paying For College
What are typical requirements for scholarships?
Essays, Transcripts, GPA, Test Scores, Experiences
True or False: The Rec Center is a place to find out about school activities
True
Do colleges have a mascot? T/F
T
What is the difference between an Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree
Time taken to complete the degree.
If you don't have access to a computer, where can you go on campus to use one?
Library, some dorms, and computer labs
What are two additional fees in college besides tuition?
Where do you go to get your class schedules?
Your Academic Advisor (Located in Main Hall here!)
Do freshman have to live on campus?
If they live locally, most freshman choose to live on campus to "get to know their school."
What is the difference between Private college and Public college?
Campus size, degrees offered, and cost to attend
What is a syllabus?
A roadmap for the semester!
What is the difference between Grants and Loans?
Grants you do not have to pay back, Loans you have to pay back
Can you change your room assignment?
Most colleges will allow a room assignment to be changed if reasons for the change are valid.
Do colleges allow you to transfer to another school?
Yes, this can be discussed with your advisor.
You would go to this type of school if you wanted to do Culinary, Cosmetology, Mechanical work, Electrician work, Dental Hygenist, or Para-legal.
Trade School (Also called Technical school or Vocational school)
Where do you go for academic help?
Student support centers
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What's an RA?
A Residential Assistant
How can I become more comfortable at school?
Get to know people in your dorm or classes, including your professors. Join a club or activity.
What is the difference between a college and university?
Size, program availability, activities, class size, population
How many hours should you study for 1 class?
2 hours per credit each week (usually around 6 hours)
What is COF?
College Opportunity Fund
What is room and board?
Name your common college programs
College of Business, College of Education, School of Public Affairs, College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, College of Nursing and Health Science, College of Engineering and Applied Science.
What is the difference between In-State and Out-of-State tuition ?
Out of state tends to be more than double than in-state.
It depends on housing and the amount of credit take as well!
What skills are needed to be prepared for college?
self advocacy, responsibility, time management, self-management, communication, teamwork, critical thinking, study skills, tech skills, goal setting, and self-care