General college knowledge
BEGINNER
BEGINNER
What do you call education/training after high school?
It's called college or post-high school education.
What is one type of degree that four-year colleges or universities offer?
One type of degree is a bachelor's degree.
What do you call all of the costs of college including tuition, fees, books, room and board, and more?
It's called the cost of attendance.
What does SAI stand for?
SAI stands for Student Aid Index.
What city and state is the college in?
Fort Worth, Texas.
Who can go to college?
Anyone who finishes high school can go to college.
What are the three things to consider in choosing a college that will be a good fit?
You should consider location, cost, and the programs or majors they offer.
What is tuition?
Tuition is the money you pay to take classes at college.
What does SAI determine?
SAI determines how much financial aid you are eligible for based on your family's financial situation. It’s used to calculate how much the government expects your family to contribute toward your education costs.
What is the most popular major? ∙
The most popular major at Texas Christian University (TCU) is Nursing.
Name one benefit of going to college.
You can get a better job.
What is the minimum grade you need in core classes to apply to an Oregon public university?
You need at least a C in core classes to apply.
What do you call the advertised price of college?
It’s called the sticker price.
What do you need an FSA ID for?
You need an FSA ID to sign your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. It’s also used to access federal student aid information and make changes to your FAFSA form.
What is the average annual cost?
The average annual cost to attend Texas Christian University (TCU) for the 2024-2025 academic year is approximately $68,000. This includes tuition, fees, room and board, and other expenses.
When should you start getting ready for college?
You should start getting ready in high school.
What is the minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) you need to apply to an Oregon public university?
You need a GPA of at least 3.0 to apply.
What do you call the actual price of college after including financial aid?
It’s called the net price.
Two of the costs of attendance for college are:
Tuition and Fees – The cost for taking classes and any additional required academic fees.
Room and Board – The cost of housing and meals while attending college.
What percentage of students does this school admit? ∙
Texas Christian University (TCU) has an acceptance rate of approximately 48%. This means about 48% of applicants are admitted to the school.
What is one thing you can do now to get ready for college?
You can work on getting good grades.
Name the two college entrance tests that some schools and scholarship providers require.
The two tests are the SAT and the ACT.
Name two ways to help pay for college.
You can use scholarships and student loans to help pay.
What is the name of the additional financial aid application used by more than 400 colleges and private scholarship programs?
The CSS Profile.
What is the graduation rate?
The graduation rate at Texas Christian University (TCU) is approximately 80%. This means around 80% of students who start at TCU graduate within six years.