money money money
describe how scholarships differ from traditional loans
scholarships are like gifts, you don't have to return them
often referred to as blue collar jobs, what term describes plumbers, welders, heavy machinery techs?
trades
when do students tend to apply for college if they're going directly out of highschool?
The Fall before they intend to start.
when is RDP's open house?
tomr!
do you feel personal pressure to attend college/university right out of high school?
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how long does it typically take to apply for student loans?
so quick, about half an hour
what is the name of the local beauty college that we have coming in to present?
Delmar
What is the time difference between a diploma + a degree? Why is there a difference?
2 years versus 4 years - ...
approx, how many programs does rdp offer?
over 80-100!
do you think that there's only certain degrees that are "worth" spending your money on?
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on average, how old is someone when they finish paying off their student loans?
in alberta, they're about 42 years old
name three benefits of going back to college as an adult
maturity, emotional intelligence, financial security, etc etc etc
name some wins of taking a gap year
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what is the average class size in an rdp classroom + why would that be benefical?
about 26 students- this allows for personal interactions, time with the prof, don't have to fight for seats, you can get your questions answered.
do you know the highschool requirements of what you're maybe interested in taking? if not- why? what's stopping you?
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name three things that scholarship committees are looking for in students (what could help you qualify)
athletics, grades, volunteering, community groups, employee scholarships, race, gender
what does a typical work/school pattern look like for people in the trades?
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if you're feeling rushed + unsure about what you want to take, who could you chat with?
academic advisors, people already in careers you find interesting...
what is the name of the entrance award that RDP offers to students right out of highschool?
Building on Excellence Award
what scholarship could you personally qualify for when you're finished gr. 12?
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how much does a standard four year degree cost here in Alberta & what does that overall cost include?
approx. $40,000 & this includes tuition, general fees, books, supplies, don't forget about parking
why does our geographical location make trades such a great option?
well-funded, provincially supported, jobs available...
What would be an immediate benefit of going the College Open House?
Getting free food (poutine bar), learning about what they offer, you can apply for free ($150 saved)