College Lingo
Your main course of study is called what?
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
Generally, how long does it take to complete an Associates Degree when attending college as a full time student?
AA: 2 years
Who can you speak to get advice on colleges?
Your counselor, teachers, parents, friends, UBCI staff.
A secondary course of study (15 - 18 credits) that often complements a students major and is commonly listed on your resume.
Minor/Concentration
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA
How long does it take to get a Bachelors degree?
What is four years.
An event you can attend to ask questions directly to college representatives.
College fair
Difference between a full-time and part-time student?
Full-time student takes 12+ credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits
Money you can be awarded for college that does not need to be paid back
Scholarship or grant
How long does it take to complete a Master's Degree?
Depends on the program.
Name two college entrance exams
ACT & SAT
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies?
Syllabus
Is in-state or out-of-state tuition cheaper?
In-state tuition
How many years of Math are required to fulfill the A-G requirements?
3 years
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses, UBCI resources
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed?
Advisor
Name at least two types of financial aid for students?
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
What is the next degree you can earn after completing your Bachelor's degree (typically 2 years)?
A Master's/graduate degree.
Name two important things you need to have ready for the admission process?
College applications, personal statements, test scores, and transcripts
A "record" of a student's academic progress, including all courses taken, grades, completion for each course, and GPA.
transcript.
A program that allows students to earn money while working in campus to help pay educational expenses.
Work study.
Money you don't have to repay and is awarded because of skills you have athletically or academically.
scholarship?
After high school, list three options that can help you achieve your lifelong career goals.
What is college/university, community college, trade school, military, career