College Basics
What is the name of the degree you earn after completing a 4-year college program?
Bachelor's Degree
What does FAFSA stand for? And what is it used for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is used for financial aid from the federal government to aid in college tuition.
What is the name for a student's housing on campus?
Dormitory (Dorm room) or or residence hall
What is the term for a written statement about why you want to attend a college?
a personal statement (or college essay)
What is the best way to keep track of homework, assignments, and deadlines?
Planner or calendar
What is the term for classes that every student must take, regardless of major?
Pre-Requisitions
What is the term for money given to students for college that does not need to be repaid?
Scholarships and Grants.
DOUBLE POINTS: What is the academic term for when a student takes fewer than 12 credit hours per semester?
DOUBLE POINTS: What is the online application platform used by over 900 colleges?
Common Application
What is the best way to manage stress during college?
FREE RESPONSE
What is the name of the test that many colleges require for admission, consisting of math, reading, and writing sections?
SAT & ACT
What is the name of the government program that provides work-study jobs for college students?
Federal Work-Study
What is the term for the list of classes a student is taking during a semester?
Course Schedule
What is the deadline month for most college applications?
December/January
What is one good habit for taking notes in class?
using bullet points, highlighting, or summarizing key points
What type of college is a two-year institution that grants associate degrees?
Community College
DOUBLE POINTS: What is the difference between a subsidized loan and an unsubsidized loan?
a subsidized loan does not accrue interest while in school, but an unsubsidized loan does
What is a student-run organization or club on campus called?
a student organization or extracurricular club
What is the term for a teacher or mentor who writes about your skills for a college?
Letter of Recommendation
What does "networking" mean in college and career planning?
building relationships with professors, classmates, and professionals
What is the process of choosing a focus area of study in college?
Declaring a major.
What is the minimum GPA most colleges require to stay in good academic standing?
2.0 GPA
What is the term for a first-year college student?
Freshman
What is the difference between early action and early decision?
Early action is non-changable, while decision is changable.
What is one way to prepare for a job interview?
researching the company, practicing answers, or dressing professionally