Post-Secondary Education
Which test must students complete prior to enrolling in a community college or vocational schools to determine their skills in reading, writing, and mathematics?
Placement Test
What type of financial aid needs to be paid back?
Loans
What is the ultimate goal of attending a 4-year university?
To learn and earn a bachelor's degree
Which branch of the military has the most members in the United States of America?
Army
Which option best describes something you need to be sure to do when filling out a job application?
A. Give your friend's phone number
B. Use any color ink
C. Use nice handwriting
D. Write in big letters "I want this job!"
C. Use nice handwriting
Daniel is interested in becoming a certified welder after high school and will soon have to decide which post-secondary school to attend. He would like to enter the workforce as a certified welder as quickly as possible.
Which post-secondary path would be the most effective option for Daniel?
Vocational/Trade School
Which types of financial aid do NOT require you to pay them back?
Grants and Scholarships
What are some of the college admission requirements?
Class rank, grade point average (GPA), SAT/ACT scores, extracurricular activities
Which branch does this most accurately describe?
The U.S. Lighthouse Service, the Revenue Cutter Service, the Steamboat Inspection Service, the Bureau of Navigation, and the U.S. Lifesaving Services were united to form another part of the Department of Homeland Security.
Coast Guard
What are some examples of appropriate interview attire?
clean wrinkle-free clothing, tie, button-down shirt, slacks, skirt, blouse, closed-toed shoes
Natalia is unsure what type of career she would like to pursue after high school and does not have much money saved for college expenses. She would like to complete a Bachelor's degree at some point.
In order to allow her the time she needs to decide on a future career path, and save money at the same time, which post-secondary option is the most effective for her?
Natalia should attend community college and complete courses that could one day transfer to a university program.
If your parent takes out a Parent Plus Loan today, how soon will they need to start repaying the loan?
2 months
Which part of a college or university is responsible for helping applicants get accepted?
College Admission
The majority of people that serve in the military are called what?
Enlisted Personnel
What is the purpose of a resume?
To list all your academic and professional accomplishments, making you more desirable to a potential employer
Which resources are most useful for students who need academic support while attending a community college or vocational trade school?
Computer Lab, Science Lab, Tutoring Lab
If you are awarded Work-Study as part of a financial aid packet, your paycheck will be ________ by the federal government.
Subsidized
Which college service place can you go look for a job after college?
Career Services
How long do you need to serve in the Air Force to become eligible for retirement and earn a pension for the rest of your life?
20 years
Which of the following options shows the best example of professionalism?
A. Coming to work on time and using your phone where no one can see you.
B. Running late, but calling your boss to let them know when you will be there.
C. Coming to work on time and in the correct uniform, while having a bad attitude.
D. Coming to work late but staying until the end of your shift.
B. Running late, but calling your boss to let them know when you will be there.
List two factors you should consider when deciding between a community college or vocational trade school path?
Tuition, length of the program, available academic resources, how credits will transfer
Crystal is going to community college in the fall. She will be living at home, and her mom will be driving her to and from class every day.
Which options best describe what will be included in Crystal's Cost of Attendance?
-Books
-Fees
-Housing
-Tuition
Books, Fees and Tuition
Which of the following best describes general information you would consider about choosing a 4 year college?
A. Student-Faculty Ratio
B. Cost of Attendance
C. Location
D. Size of school
C. Location
What are the 3 ways to become an officer in the military?
Attend officer candidate school, receiving field commissions, and join the ROTC
What is minimum wage?
Minimum amount an employee must be paid by a company for one hour of work.