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Types of Colleges
NYC Hip Hop History
College to Career
What's your major?
Advanced Degrees
100
How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?
Four years (or more!)
100
This Manhattan born artist was once arrested for charges that his lyrics caused young men in Mississippi to commit acts of violence. When questioned by police if his music had any hidden messages, he responded, "Yes. [the message is] Think. Use your head."
Tupac Shakur
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!
100
How many years does it take to become a Medical Doctor (MD)?
Between 8 and 12 years!
200
How many years does it normally take to finish an Associate's degree?
two years
200
RZA, GZA, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, Cappadonna and the late ODB are all part of what eastern influenced hip hop group from Staten Island, NYC?
The Wu Tang Clan
200
What percentage of jobs will require some kind of college degree in 2020?
70%
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.
200
How long is a normal Master's degree?
Two - three years beyond a Bachelor's degree.
300
This is a category of school that trains students in areas like cosmotology, audio production, mechanical engineering, or culinary arts.
Technical College.
300
Born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, this Brooklyn born lyricist changed the game in 94' with his debut album, "Illmatic". All he needs is "One Mic".
Nas
300
******~~~DAILY DOUBLE~~~****** If you have the opportunity to work on the job (paid or unpaid) for college credit in the career you want, for a limited time with the possibilty of being hired, what do you have?
an Internship.
300
Name a field 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.
300
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
400
What school would you go into if you wanted to become a professional ice sculptor?
Culinary School
400
Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone. What Bronx based artist who is best know for his song, "The Sound of Da Police" founded the Temple of Hip Hop, which is recognized as a religion by the UN?
KRS-ONE
400
What is something you should ask from a boss, teacher, counselor, community leader, or other professional who knows you well that could make or break your chances at a job interview?
A Letter of Recommendation
400
What is a sub field of focused study in college? Typically requires about 1/4 of the credit hours that a major requires.
A Minor.
400
High school prinicipals typically have what type of degree?
Most high school principles have a PhD in Education, meaning they are Doctors!
500
Name one kind of accreditation that a college might hold.
Regional Accreditation or National Accreditation. DOUBLE BONUS: What's the difference?
500
Which of these areas offers graduates the highest-paying average salary after graudation: 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
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.
500
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.