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College admissions
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Financial aid
College Prep.
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There are colleges in every state in the U.S.?
(True) Every state has at least one college or university as well as a community college.
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What is the SAT?
The SAT is the Standardized Admissions Test which colleges use as part of the admissions criteria.
100
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What subjects are on the SAT?
Math, English, and Writing
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What is work study?
A student earns money to pay for college by working a part-time job ON campus.
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What is GPA?
GPA is grade point average that is calculated each advisory depending on your grades. 4.0 is the highest which is all A’s.
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You should ask any person for a recommendation letter for your college application.
(False) You should ask a trusted adult who you know well and that knows about your strengths and activities you are involved in. Ex.: Teachers, counselors, advisors, Youth Advocates
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What are two things to do to strengthen your college application?
Participate in extracurricular activities, Do well in school, Study for the SAT / ACT, Visit colleges or universities you are interested in, Talk to an admissions counselor, Ask for help when writing your college application essay
200
What does HBCU stand for?
Historically Black College and University *BONUS POINTS (50)* NAME 2 HBCU'S
200
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What are scholarships?
Scholarships are money that can be used for college and do NOT have to be repaid. Scholarships are awarded by various people, including the state and federal governments, public and private organizations, and colleges and universities. *Hillside awards scholarships, ask your YA about applying!
200
What can help you buy your future wants and needs? A. Impulse buying B. Expenses C. Overspending D. Savings
D. Savings
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If you graduate college you will on average make more money than just a high school graduate.
(True) Average annual income in 2014: -College Education: $51,206 -High School Education: $27,915
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1. What is a resume?
A resume is a list of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.
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True or False? The SAT is the only test you can take to apply to college.
(False) You can also choose to take the ACT which is similar to the SAT but includes science and less English.
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True or False? If I do not have good grades, I cannot get any money for college.
(False) There are tons of scholarships that do not focus on grades. Instead they reward students for their outstanding characteristics such as leadership and community service.
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DOUBLE JEOPARDY What are the benefits of starting to prepare for applying to college early?
1. Know what is going on 2. Organization 3. Take advantage of opportunities 4. Extra time 5. Extra money
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DOUBLE JEOPARDY You HAVE to live at the college or university that you attend.
(False) You can attend college and live at home or in an apartment not on campus.
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What is a 'prerequisite' in college?
A class (or classes) you need to have taken before you can register for certain courses. Ex.: Biology I is a prerequisite for Biology II
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Name 2 colleges or universities in the state of New York
1. University of Rochester 2. St. John Fisher College 3. Nazareth College 4. RIT 5. SUNY Binghampton, Brockport, Buffalo, Fredonia, Albany, Geneseo, etc. 6. Elmira College 7. Keuka College 8. Cornell University 9. Etc.
400
What is a student loan?
A student loan is money given to the student to borrow to help them pay for college. Students can repay this money once they graduate and get a job.
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What are two extracurricular activities that you can participate in to help with preparing for college?
1. SAT Prep classes 2. Summer programs for college prep 3. Meeting with your guidance counselor 4. Talking with your mentor / Youth Advocate about college 5. Joining clubs or sports 6. Volunteering at a local community center, shelter, or program
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You cannot go to college unless you or your family has a lot of money and can pay for you to attend college.
(False) There is a lot of financial aid available for students, especially for low-income students.
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What are two ways to get familiar with a college and the things you need to apply to their school?
1. Call the school 2. Visit the school 3. Attend a college fair 4. Research the school online 5. Talk to someone who goes to or went to the school
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What are possibilities of things you can do after graduating college? A. Attend graduate school B. Get a job C. Volunteer / Travel D. All of the above
D. All of the above
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What is FAFSA?
FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is a form required from all students seeking need-based financial aid. The FAFSA collects family income and other financial information and is completed and filed by the student or his/her family.
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True or False? You do not have to start preparing for college until your senior year of high school.
(False) It is never too early to start preparing for college. You can even start in middle school by learning what you need to apply to college.