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What's your major?
100

How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?

Four years (or more!)

100

What does EOP stand for?

Equal/Extended Opportunity Program 

The mission of EOPS is to serve low-income and educationally disadvantaged students by providing academic support services to assist students in achieving their educational goals.

100
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.
100
True or False: you must know what you want to study before entering college.
False!
200

How many years does it normally take to finish an Associate's degree?

2-3years

200

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.

200
What is the annual average salary range for lawyers in our area?
$50,000 - $110,000 per year
200
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.
300

This is a category of College that trains students in areas like cosmotology, audio production, mechanical engineering, or culinary arts.

Technical College/Programs or Trade Schools. Examples: Carrington College or CCSFs Building and Construction Program

300
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!)
300

What is the most popular vocational/ technical program?

Nursing Assistant 

300
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.
400

How many types of colleges are there in California?

5

1. CC

2. Vocational/Technical 

3. Cal State University (CSU)

4. University of California (UC)

5. Private Colleges


400

What's the average price of a private college in the US?

About $30,000 per year.

400
What occupation has the most job openings each year in our region?
Accounting
400

What was the highest paid major in 2019?

Petroleum or Electrical Engineering

500

Name one kind of accreditation that a college might hold.

Regional Accreditation or National Accreditation. DOUBLE BONUS: What's the difference?

500
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
500

Where is a good place to go on campus if you need help with a resume?

Career center or retention program

500
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.