College Prep 101

True/False

100

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.

200

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.

300

If you graduate college you will on average make more money than just a high school graduate.

(True) Average annual income, stated by SSA in 2014 about College Educated graduates: $600k-900k more than High School Educated graduates in their lifetime

400

DOUBLE JEOPARDY 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.

500

You cannot go to college unless you or your family has a lot of money and can pay for you to attend college.

(False) There is a lot of financial aid available for students, especially for low-income families/students.

College admissions

100

What is the SAT?

The SAT is the Standardized Admissions Test which colleges use as part of the admissions criteria.

200

What are two things to do to strengthen your college application? (name at least 2 ways; more than just 2)

1.Participate in extracurricular activities 2.Do well in school 3.Study for the SAT 4.Visit the school 5.Talk to an admissions counselor

300

What is a resume?

A resume is a list of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.

400

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.

500

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

Mixed Q's

100

DOUBLE JEOPARDY What subjects are on the SAT?

Math, English, and Writing

200

What does HBCU stand for?

Historically Black College and University

300

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.

400

How many colleges/universities exist in the state of Mass? Bonus: name 5 colleges of the colleges/universities in the state

over 105: Harvard, Bentley, Boston College, Boston Uni., Bridgewater State, Bunker Hill Community College, Cambridge College, Curry College, Dean College, Framingham State Uni., Lesley Uni., Simmons Uni., Umass', Northeastern Uni., Tufts Uni., Suffolk Uni., etc. 

500

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

Financial aid

100

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

$80 x 10% = $8; $8 x 5 years = $40    vs. 

$100 x 2% = $2; $2 x 2 years = $4

200

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.

300

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.

400

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.

500

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.

College Prep.

100

What is GPA?

GPA is grade point average that is calculated each advisory depending on your grades. 4.0 is the highest which is all A’s.

200

What can help you buy your future "wants and needs"? A. Impulse buying 

B. Expenses 

C. Overspending 

D. Savings

D. Savings

300

DOUBLE JEOPARDY Name one benefit of starting to prepare for applying to college early?

1. Know what is going on 2. Organization 3. Take advantage of opportunities 4. Extra time 5. Extra money

400

What are two extracurricular activities that you can participate in to help with preparing for college?

1. SAT Prep classes 2. Summer programs for college prep 3. Meeting with your guidance counselor 4. Talking with your mentor/trusted adult about college 5. Being a part of STS

500

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.