True/False
There are colleges in every state in the U.S.?
(True) Every state has at least one college or university as well as a community college.
What is the SAT?
The SAT is the Standardized Admissions Test which colleges use as part of the admissions criteria.
What is the Common App?
A college application that you can send out to multiple schools
Which will earn you more money? A. $80 in a savings account with 10% interest for 5 years B. $100 in a checking account with 2% interest for 2 years
A. $80 in a savings account with 10% interest for 5 years
What is GPA?
GPA is grade point average that is calculated for each advisory depending on your grades. 4.0 is the highest which is all A’s.
You should ask any person for a recommendation letter for your college application.
(False) You should ask a trusted adult who you know well and that knows about your strengths and activities you are involved in.
What are two things to do to strengthen your college application?
1. Participate in extracurricular activities 2. Do well in school 3. Study for the ACT/SAT 4. Visit the school 5. Talk to an admissions counselor
What does HBCU stand for?
Historically Black College and University
What are scholarships?
Scholarships is money that can be used for college and do not have to be repaid. Scholarships are awarded by various people, including the state and federal governments, public and private organizations, and colleges and universities.
What can you do in the summer to help strengthen your college application?
1. Get a Job
2. Enrichment Programs
3. Internship
If you graduate college you will on average make more money than just a high school graduate.
(True) Average annual income in 2016: College Education: $53,206 High School Education: $27,915
What is a resume?
A resume is a list of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.
True or False? The SAT is the only test you can take to apply to college.
(False) You can also choose to take the ACT which is similar to the SAT but includes science and less English.
True or False? If I do not have good grades, I cannot get any money for college.
(False) There are tons of scholarships that do not focus on grades. Instead they reward students for their outstanding characteristics such as leadership and community service.
Who should you keep good relationships with in high school and why?
Teachers, Guidance Counselors, Coaches etc because you will need them to write reccommendations
You have to live at the college or university that you attend.
(False) You can attend college and live at home or in an apartment not on campus.
What is a personal statement? (hint: essay)
A personal statement is an essay you write about yourself to help college admissions counselors learn about your goals, your background, and why you want to attend their school.
Name four(4) colleges or universities in the state of MASSACHUSETTS
LIST
What is a student loan?
A student loan is money given to the student to borrow to help them pay for college. Students can repay this money once they graduate and get a job.
Why is it important to think of personal stories
To prepare for your college essay
All HBCU's are in the South
(False)
What are two ways to get familiar with a college and the things you need to apply to their school?
1. Call the school 2. Visit the school 3. Attend a college fair 4. Research the school online 5. Talk to someone who goes to or went to the school
How man extra curricular activities should you focus on?
2-3
What is FAFSA?
FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is a form required from all students seeking need-based financial aid. The FAFSA collects family income and other financial information and is completed and filed by the student or his/her family.
What are some tests you can take to help you prepare for college/strengthen your college admissions profile?
AP Test
SAT Subject Test
PSATs
SAT, ACT