College Basics
What is a degree?
A certificate or diploma earned after completing a college program.
What is a community college?
A local, often two year public college.
What is a major?
A students primary area of study in college.
What is a scholarship?
Money awarded for college you don't have to pay back.
What is a dorm?
What is the SAT or ACT?
Standardized tests students take for college admissions.
What is the difference between a public and private university?
Public universities receive state funding and cost less for in state students.
Private universities rely on tuition and private funding and usually cost more.
Name a STEM major.
Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics
(ex. Biology, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry)
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What is a college orientation?
An introductory program that helps new students learn about campus resources and meet others.
What is a GPA?
Grade Point Average, a number that represents your grades.
What is an Ivy League school?
A group of eight elite private universities in the Northeastern United States known for academic excellence.
What is a minor?
A secondary subject of study, requiring fewer courses than a major.
What is a student loan?
Money you borrow for college that must be paid back.
What is academic advising and why is it important?
Academic advising helps students choose classes, plan their degree path, and stay on track to graduate.
What is a tuition?
The cost of attending a college or university.
What is a vocational school?
A school that focuses on job specific skills and trades (welding, electrician, medical assistant, culinary, cosmetology)
What is a career pathway?
A plan/direction for future jobs based on your interests.
What is the difference between a grant and a scholarship?
Grants are need based (for students with financial need).
Scholarships are merit based (for academic/athletic achievement) or need based.
Name 2 ways students can get involved on campus outside of classes.
Clubs, student government, sports, volunteering, research, greek life, or performances.
What are an associate's degree and a bachelor's degree?
2 common types of college degrees.
Associate Degree (2 years) and a Bachelor's Degree (4 years).
What is the difference between a College and University?
Universities offer both undergraduate and graduate degrees while colleges just focus on undergraduate.
What is an elective?
A class you get to chose based on your interest to earn credits.
Name three ways a student can pay for college.
Scholarships, grants, student loans, working part time, family savings, jobs, etc.
What is a college syllabus?
A document explaining the class, rules, assignments, and due dates.