College Lingo
What do you call your main course of study?
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes is called _________
Tuition
How long does it take to complete an Associates Degree?
2 years
Who can you speak with to get advice on colleges?
GEAR UP or Counselors
A secondary course of study (15 - 18 credits) that is smaller than a major and often complements a student's major is a ______________
Minor
The form students fill out to receive government financial aid for college is called ______
FAFSA
How long does it take to get a Bachelors degree?
Four years.
Where did Mr Daniel go to University?
Baylor University (US)
At a university, your teacher is normally called this.
Professor
How much does it cost to file the FAFSA?
$0 (it is free!)
How long does it take to complete a Master's Degree (after a Bachelor's Degree)?
2 years.
Name the college entrance exam you will should take the spring of your 11th grade year or fall of your 12th grade yar
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
A ____________is a requirement that has to be satisfied before you can enter a class
A pre-requisite
Name two universities in KL
**Mr. Daniel Discretion**
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
Name the three main types of financial aid for students:
Grants, scholarship, student loans
What is the next degree you can earn after completing your Bachelor's degree (typically 2 years)?
A Master's/graduate degree.
Why is it important to take your grades seriously?
**Mr Daniel Discretion**
What do you a call a "record" of a student's academic progress, including all courses taken, grades, completion for each course, and GPA?
A transcript.
Which type of financial aid for students do you have to pay back after you graduate?
Student loans (pay back original amount plus interest)
At most 4-year schools, you need ____ credits to graduate with your bachelor's degree.
120
What do SMART goals stand for? S.M.A.R.T
Specific, Measurable,
Achievable/Attainable, Realistic, Time-bound