Types of Colleges
How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?
Four years (or more!)
What is room & board?
Extra costs involved with living on-campus: rent, food, activity fees, etc.
True or False: you must know what you want to study before entering college.
False!
How many years does it take to become a Medical Doctor (MD)?
Between 8 and 12 years!
How many years does it normally take to finish an Associate's degree?
Two years
What is the difference between a loan and a grant?
Grants typically come from the government, based on a student's financial need or background. Scholarships come from many sources and students must apply individually to scholarships.
What is the annual average salary range for lawyers in our area?
$230,327-$277,651 per year
True or false: "pre-med" and "pre-law" are actual degrees offered by many colleges
False. Pre-med and pre-law are informal terms for students studying specific degrees that will best prepare them for Medical or Law school.
How long is a normal Master's degree?
Two - three years beyond a Bachelor's degree.
This is a category of school that trains students in areas like cosmetology, audio production, mechanical engineering, or culinary arts.
Technical College/Vocational schools
List two expenses associated with college BESIDES tuition.
Examples: books, room & board (housing), parking, technology fees, activity fees, computer & web access, etc. (Not all colleges feature the same extra fees!)
True or False: You need a Bachelor degree to become an airline pilot for a major carrier like Delta?
False: Must have a minimum of an HS diploma plus 3 - 6 weeks for initial training plus 1500 hrs flight time. To work for an airline, a pilot must have Bachelor’s (4 years) degree.
Name three fields or industries you could work in with a Business degree.
You could work just about anywhere -- from companies large and small to governments to higher education, etc.
Name two reasons you might want to get a Master's degree someday.
Examples: allows you to teach at certain institutions; allows for better pay; allows for promotions; allows for a deeper exploration of a subject you love; allows you to work toward a Doctorate
How many students (approximately) attend San Jose State?
32,773! (Must guess within 3,000.)
What's the average price of a private college in the US?
About $30,000 per year.
What is the meaning of vocational training?
Vocational training is training for a specific career or trade.
What is the mascot for Sacramento State University?
Hornets
Principals typically have what type of degree?
Most principals have a Masters degree and/or Ph.D. in Education.
How many CSU are there in California?
23
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Which of these areas offers graduates the highest-paying average salary after graduation: Nursing, Human Resources, Engineering, or Computer Information Technology/Information Systems
Computer Information Tech degrees pay more than any other on the list. Here are some average starting salaries: Tech: $57,000 per year Nursing: $52,000 per year Human Resources: $40,000 per year Engineering: $56,000 per year
What is the difference between a B.A. and a B.S. degree?
B.A. is a Bachelor of Arts and a B.S. is a Bachelor of Science -- the separation has to do with a program's area of focus.
What is a Ph.D.?
Doctorate degree