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.
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What subjects are on the SAT?
Math, English, and Writing
Which will have more money in it total? 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
You can 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 you can do in high school to strengthen your college application?
1.Participate in extracurricular activities 2.Make good grades 3.Do well on the SAT/ACT 4.Volunteer in the community.
What does HBCU stand for?
Historically Black College and University
DOUBLE JEOPARDY 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.
How much MORE (on average) does a college graduate make compared to high school graduate? A. $10,000 B. $20,000 C.$30,000 D.$0
B. The average salary for a college graduate is $50,000 compared to $30,000 for high school graduates.
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.
What is a resume?
A resume is a list of your personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.
What are the two tests you can take to apply to college?
ACT and SAT
What is it called when you live on campus?
Room and board. These have separate charges from tuition.
DOUBLE JEOPARDY Name 2 benefits of applying to college early.
1. Better chance of getting into school of your choice 2. Organization 3. Take advantage of opportunities 4. Saves time 5. Extra money
DAILY DOUBLE You have to live on the college campus 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?
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.
What is another name for "community college?"
Junior college
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.
What are two extracurricular activities that you can participate in to help with preparing for college?
1. Student Council/Organizations 2. Sports/Athletics 3. SAT Prep 4. Summer programs for college prep 5. Upward Bound
The only way you can go to college is if you or your family have a lot of money to pay for you to attend.
(False) There is a lot of financial aid available for students.
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
What are possibilities of things you can do after graduating college? A. Attend graduate school B. Get a job C. Volunteer D. All of the above
D. All of the above
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.
True or False? You do not have to start preparing for college until your senior year of high school.
(False) It is never too early to start preparing for college. You can even start in middle school by learning what you need to apply to college.