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100

Your main course of study?

Major

100

The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes.

Tuition

100

How long does it take to complete an Associates Degree?

2 years

100

Who can you speak to get advice on colleges?

Your counselor

100

If the student‘s cumulative GPA falls below the minimum of _______, the student will be placed on academic probation

2.0
200

A secondary course of study that often complements a students major and is commonly listed on your resume.

Minor/Concentration

200

Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college

FAFSA

200

How long does it take to get a Bachelors degree?

Four years
200

An event you can attend to ask Questions directly to college representatives

College Fair

200

What does GPA stand for?

Grade Point Average
300

Difference between a full-time and part-time student?

Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits.

300

Money you can earn for school that does not need to be paid back

Scholarship or grant

300

How long does it take to complete a Master’s Degree?

5-6 years

300

Name two college entrance exams

ACT & SAT

300

What is the cost per semester for a two-year college?

$2400-$2500

400

Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies?

Syllabus

400

Is in-state or out-of-state tuition cheaper?

In-state tuition 

400

A __________ is a requirement that has to be satisfied before you can enter a class

Pre-requisite

400

Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?

Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses 

400

Hands-on training to prepare students for a specific job/skill?

Trade/technical school, internship

500

Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed?

Advisor

500

Name the four main types of financial aid for students?

Grants, scholarships, work study, student loans

500

What is the next degree you can earn after completing your Bachelor’s degree?

Master’s/ graduate degree

500

Name two important things you need to have ready for the admission process?

College applications, entrance exam scores, test scores, FAFSA (optional), and transcripts

500

At most 4-year schools, you need 120 _______ to graduate

Credits