College Terms
Your main course of study in college
Major
A person dressed in a costume (usually of an animal) that attends events and sports games and hypes up the crowd
A mascot
The form used to apply for financial aid usually goes by this 5 letter acronym as a name
FAFSA (will also accept WASFA)
How many times can a student change their major in college?
There is no limit! Be aware though: the more you change your major, the longer it could take to get your degree.
A social justice principle that states that all people, regardless of background, should have access to the same rights and opportunities
Equality
A school that serves a larger population of students, offers multiple types of degrees, and offers more program choices
University
This event gives students the opportunity to meet employers, learn about careers and job openings, and network with industry professionals
Career fair/career day
BONUS OPPORTUNITY
The 4 most common forms of financial aid
Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study (jobs)
+100 PTS: What are scholarships and what are they awarded for?
The name for a 2-year degree
Associate degree
A social justice principle that states that society must actively contribute to breaking down all barriers in order to create equal opportunities for everyone
Equity
A required class that has to be taken before enrolling in another class
Pre-requisite
The building that students live in on campus
Dorms
A plan you create to track the money you earn and how you spend it
A budget
The name of a 4 year degree
Bachelor's degree
BONUS OPPORTUNITY
In school, these groups are a way you can raise awareness about important matters in school and use your voice to make changes
Clubs, ASB, Leadership
*If you name any one of these you can get the points
+100 PTS: What are some other ways you can speak up in school to make change?
Activities that you can be involved in outside of school (clubs, sports, etc.) and are valuable on resumes
Extracurricular activities
An organization you can be a part of in college; the process of finding it is called "rushing" and they're often named with Greek letters
Sorority/fraternity
A need-based program that allows you to get a part-time job on campus to earn money used as financial aid
Work-study
A school that serves a smaller number of students, offers fewer program options, and most commonly focuses on Associate and certificate programs
College
Volunteering at local shelters, food banks, or organizations that support marginalized communities is an example of this type of action
Community service
BONUS OPPORTUNITY
A school designed to offer students specialized training in various in-demand occupations
Trade school (aka vocational school or technical college)
+100 PTS: Name at least 3 examples of in-demand trades.
Classes that are not part of your general requirements or major requirements; usually "fun" classes that you get to pick
Electives
Which is cheaper, tuition for a school in-state (Washington) or out-of-state (somewhere else)?
In-state tuition
*WUE Program
The record of all the classes you've taken, your grades, and GPA
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