BASIC INFO
True or False - All colleges & universities in the United States are private schools.
False - There are both private & public colleges and universities in the United States.
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 and are Free
Scholarships come from many sources and students must apply individually to scholarships.
What website is the best to find accurate statistics on earnings, job descriptions and growth in a career?
BLS . GOV
True or False: Colleges require you to know what you want to study before getting accepted
False!
Name 3 careers in the skilled trades
How long does it take to finish an average Master's degree?
2-3 years beyond a Bachelor's degree.
In a Undergraduate Degree, ________ is the main focus of your studies the field of study in which you wish to pursue a professional career _______ is a complementary subject to your main degree or a further exploration of a hobby or interest.
MAJOR AND MINOR
For example, you can do a Major in International Economics with an Applied Mathematics Minor or a Major in Environmental Sciences and Studies with a Film Studies Minor.
This is a type of school that trains students in areas like cosmetology, audio production, mechanical engineering, culinary arts, etc.
Skilled Trades/ Vocational School or Technical College.
Examples: Northwestern Technological Institute, MIAT College of Technology
This is the greatest factor the determines amount of money you'll receive from the government to help you with school.
Financial Need (how much money your parents make)
These are temporary work opportunities to learn general job responsibilities at a company. The positions are typically part-time and only last a few months to a year. Students usually do work in the field they are pursuing or light office duties. These are typically unpaid, but most earn college Credit.
Internships
What do B.A. and B.S. stand for?
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)
Name 3 benefits of pursuing a career in the skilled trades
How many years does it take to become a Medical Doctor (MD)?
Between 8 and 12 years!
This standardized test is commonly used for admission to colleges and universities in the United States.
SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test)
NAME 3 COMMUNITY COLLEGES IN MI
Alpena CCBay College
Mott CC
Delta College
Glen Oaks CC-
Grand Rapids CC--
Henry Ford College
Jackson College-
Kalamazoo Valley CC
Kellogg CC
Lake Michigan College
Lansing CC-
Macomb CC
Mid Michigan CC
Monroe County CC-
Montcalm CC
Muskegon CC
North Central Michigan College
Northwestern Michigan College
Oakland CC-
St Clair County CC
Schoolcraft College
Southwestern Michigan College--
Washtenaw CC-
Wayne County CC
West Shore CC--
Bay Mills Community College
Northern Michigan University
Lake Superior State University
List 2 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!)
_____ ______ is the acceptance of prior learning represented in course units applied and articulated on a student's academic transcript; generally not counted into the GPA of the attending institution.
Transfer Credits or Transfer Courses or Transfer Equivalencies
This major involves learning about enforcing rules, protecting people and representing their rights you will have to pass a LSAT exam
Criminal Justice or Law
this is a job training program that teaches skills required for a particular industry. These are full-time, paid positions. At the end of this the worker is certified to work in their trade.
Apprenticeship
Who/ What funds financial aid for students?
TAXES/ TAX PAYERS/ US
___ and ___ both offer 4 year undergraduate degrees and are often used interchangeably, there are some key differences to these institutions
Colleges and Universities
Name 1 thing besides income, that could affect your financial need for financial help
Number of college age kids/ dependents
In order of least amount of time to complete to most amount of time to complete, list the 4 kinds of college degrees and the years it typically takes to achieve them
associates 2
bachelors 4
masters 6
doctoral 8-12
This major concentrates on planning and providing training services, managing behavior, and , as well as related learning support services for middle school and high school students
Secondary Education
High School Students who take courses at ______ as well as THS find themselves with opportunities to experience a career before deciding to pursue it, they often feel more confident about the choices they make because of their hands on experience in the classroom.
OTECH
True or false: "pre-med" and "pre-law" are actual degrees offered by colleges and universities
False. Pre-med and pre-law are informal terms for students studying specific degrees that will best prepare them for Medical or Law school.
Universities have these smaller institutions that focus on a particular field of study
Colleges
for example "College of Education" "College of Business"
What is the main difference between Colleges and Universities (example Kalamazoo College and Western Michigan University)
Size!
Universities are larger
what is a work study? and provide an example
a form of financial aid that's awarded through a job at the college
Besides having a passion for what you do, being able to easily understand and achieve the typical daily activities/ job description and average earnings,
what other large (mathematical) factor should you consider when choosing a career for your future?
Job Growth %/Job Outlook
Careers in the major involve providing food or services for people to enjoy leisure activities or vacations
Hospitality and Tourism
this career cluster involves moving people and products from one place to another by road, air, rail, and water.
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
what is an NP and a PA? what do they have in common?
Nurse Practitioner and Physicians Assistant
(both Master's Degrees OR both have to practice under the care of a doctor)
this Associate's degree has an average salary is $81,000 year and job duties include
Remove tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth
Apply sealants and fluorides to help protect teeth
Take and develop dental x rays
Dental Hygienist
What is the difference between an undergraduate and graduate degrees?
Undergraduate: associates and bachelors
Graduate: masters and doctorate
per Credit hour/ 12-18 credits
A career might require you to have this in addition to a degree, depending on the requirements to practice in your State
Certificate or License
This Major involves helping people meet a variety of personal needs, understand physical, emotional, socioeconomic, or spiritual wellness. They may treat people in therapy or remove Children from abusive Homes.
Social Work
Careers in this Cluster involve working with materials and equipment to make or maintain products.
Manufacturing
Almost all High school superintendents
many administrators
and some teachers,
often have what graduate degree
a PhD in Education, meaning they are Doctors
or an Ed.D
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Name one kind of accreditation that a college might hold.
Regional Accreditation or National Accreditation.
what the difference between a subsidized loan and an unsubsidized loan?
Subsidized loans DO NOT accrue interest while you are in school
How much more likely (%) are you to have a job if you have a post secondary education versus only a high school diploma?
50% and are more likely include medical benefits
This Major involve solving a variety of problems through mathematics, research and design. Often, solving these problems involves building something new, like a physical structure or a system, or improving upon existing structures or systems.
ENGINEERING (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics STEM)
WHAT DOES OSTC stand for (aka OTECH)
OAKLAND SCHOOLS TECHNICAL CAMPUS
What technical name for the kind of degree a lawyer has?
Lawyers receive a Juris Doctorate, which is a form of doctoral degree.
Name the 5 branches of the military
Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps