Going to College
Your main course of study in college is called...
A Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
What do you get after you complete all your required courses?
A degree
What's the name of BU's first-gen center?
The Newbury Center
What is a professor?
College Teacher
Secondary field of study, which requires fewer courses and it is optional
A Minor
What is the difference between a grant and a loan?
Grants do not have to be paid back, but loans do
What types of degrees can you obtain at a university(3)?
Bachelors, master's, doctorate
What is a high school transcript?
A record of all your classes (AP, dual credit, & regular), grades, and your GPA/ranking. These are sent to colleges, the military, scholarships, etc.
What is the term for a student whose parents or guardians have not completed a four-year degree?
First-Generation College Student
What does it mean to be admitted to a college?
Being approved/pending acceptance into a college
What is money for school that does not need to be paid back? (2 things)
Scholarship or grant
True or False: The Newbury Center has social events as well as professional development opportunities and resources.
Name two college entrance exams
ACT, SAT
When a student moves from community college to a 4 year college/university or switches schools
Transfer
True or False: The Newbury Center is only open during the school year.
False!
What is an "In-State" University?
Public/state school in the state in which you reside (cost will be different)
Name four types of degrees you can earn after your HS diploma
Associates, bachelors, masters, doctorate
What is a GPA?
Grade Point Average--average of all grades earned.
Schools that focus on job skill training
Trade School
True or False: You are still considered a first-generation student if you have siblings or cousins who have gone to college.
True!
Can you use your financial aid to study abroad at BU?
Yes!
TYPICALLY, how many years does it take to complete each of the following degrees? Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral
Associates - 2-3 yrs
Bachelors - 4 yrs
Masters - 2-3 yrs
Doctorate - 5-8yrs
True or False: The Newbury Center only provides resources for first-gen undergrad students
False!
What is the NCAA?
National Collegiate Athletic Association.(Regulates athletes)