Paying for College
What is tuition?
The money you pay to attend college classes.
What do all colleges require in order to get in?
High School diploma or GED
What is the most important thing that colleges look for?
Academics (both grades and type of classes)
Name one way to earn college credit in high school.
AP or IB classes; dual credit; summer college classes.
What can you earn for good grades, community service, athletic ability, or other unique quality?
Scholarships
How long does it usually take to earn an Associate degree?
2 years
What's another word for the document that lists a student's academic record?
Transcript
Name one benefit of going to college.
New experiences, people or places; explore interests, passions or career options; make more money; better job security and satisfaction; better health and happiness.
What does the FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What type of degree usually takes 4 years to complete?
Bachelor's
What do you call the letter written by a teacher or adult that shares your strengths with a college or scholarship?
Letter of Recommendation
What is the minimum grade you need in core classes to apply to an Oregon public university?
C-
What is Oregon's grant program for community college?
Oregon Promise
What is the specialized field of study or subject that a student chooses to study at college?
Major
What is the minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) you need to apply to an Oregon public university?
2.75 (EOU); most others are 3.0
Name two college entrance tests that some schools and scholarship providers require.
ACT or SAT
How much is the maximum Pell Grant?
2024-2025: $7,395
What do you call a college student who is working toward an Associate or a Bachelor's degree?
Undergraduate
Name four public colleges in Oregon
Eastern Oregon, Oregon Institute of Technology, Oregon State, Oregon State-Cascades, Portland State, Southern Oregon, University of Oregon, Western Oregon
How might colleges place students in classes at the right level?
Placement tests