BEFORE you enroll
What is it called when you visit a college or university to learn about it?
Campus tour or
Campus Visit
In the state of Kansas, what do you need to write for XELLO that is also needed when applying for scholarships?
A Personal Essay or
Personal Narrative
What is something that you can apply for to help pay for college?
Scholarship
In the United States, what is a 2-year college called?
A Community College or Junior College
Where do students live on campus?
Dorms
What is it called when you do something to help the community without getting paid for your service?
Volunteering or community service
What is the document called that shows the record of all of your grades?
Transcript
What is the government form that must be completed in order to help you pay for college?
FAFSA
There are how many semesters in a school year?
2
The land where a college is located where all the classroom and support buildings are is called the ______________?
Campus
What is an exam students can take while still in high school that a good score will help them get accepted into a college or a university?
ACT or SAT
What does "GPA" stand for?
Grade point average
What is it called if the government gives you money to help pay for college and you do not need to pay the money back?
A Grant
A post-secondary institution that offers a Bachelor's Degree is called a ___________________.
College or University
Where should you go if you need extra help with a class while in college?
Tutoring Services
What is an exam students can take while still in high school that - if they get a good enough score - it will allow them to get the college credits for the subject or class without having to actually take or pay for the class?
AP Exam or
CLEP
Where can you go to apply to more then one college at a time?
Common Application
What should you do if you don't have the money to pay for your classes?
Speak to a Financial Advisor about a plan to make payments and how to get a job.
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aide
Who do you call for help with an emergency on campus?
Campus Safety or Security
Who should you make an appointment with before you try to enroll in classes at a college?
An Academic Advisor
Who should an ELL or international student meet with before enrolling in courses at a college?
An International Advisor
When you finish two years at a community college, what do you need to do to continue studying at a 4-year university without losing the credits you have earned?
Transfer your credits to your new university.
How much time will you need to spend if class each week if you are taking 1 class that counts for 3 credits?
3 hours/week
What is a good place to go on campus if you become ill or are having a hard time and need help?
Health and counseling services