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.
How much more likely are you to have a job if you have a Bachelor's degree versus a high school diploma?
Twice as likely! Unemployment is roughly half for people with four-year degrees.
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?
$50,000 - $110,000 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.
Name the two types of exams given in college
Midterm and Final Exam
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!)
What is the difference between AP classes and DE classes in high school?
AP exam- You must take an exam and pass the class in order to get the college credit.
DE- You must pass the class in order to receive the college credit.
There may be other requirements to enroll in both courses
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 The Ohio State University, one of the top five in size in the United States?
Approximately 67,000
What's the average price of a private college in the US?
About $30,000 per year.
Name two occupations that are in high demand through the year 2024 in Virginia?
Physical Therapy and Nursing
Name one of the top five largest colleges and universities in the US?
UCF, Texas A & M, OSU, Florida Int'l, Univ of Florida
High school principals typically have what type of degree?
Most high school principles have a PhD in Education, meaning they are Doctors!
What is the difference between a major and a minor in college?
Major- You receive a degree
Minor- You are exposed to other fields of interest
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Which of these areas offers graduates the highest-paying average salary after gradation: 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 kind of degree does a lawyer have? (Does it compare to an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD?)
Lawyers receive a Juris Doctorate, which is a form of doctoral degree.