Types of Degrees
Which of the following is NOT a type of higher learning degree
a. Doctoral Degree
b. Companion Degree
c. Bachelor's Degree
d. Associate Degree
b. Companion Degree
Which type of higher learning institution provides job-specific training and is often considered the most cost-effective post-secondary education option?
A. Vocational, trade and technical schools
B. Community and junior colleges
C. Colleges
D. Universities
A. Vocational, trade and technical schools
According to the segment, how many post-secondary institutions are there in the United States?
A. Approximately 10,000
B. More than 12,200
C. More than 6,700
D. Approximately 5,000
C. More than 6,700
Which of the following is an accurate description of the term “open admissions”?
A. The admission process is public and available to anyone for review
B. Admission is based on a student’s ability to be open-minded and accommodating
C. Anyone with a high school diploma or GED is admitted
D. Admission depends on how open or varied a student’s career options are
C. Anyone with a high school diploma or GED is admitted
Which of the following allows for full immersion in the college atmosphere and experience without long-term commitment?
A. Advanced placement
B. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
C. Dual enrollment
D. Summer courses
D. Summer courses
Which of the following does NOT grant professional licenses?
A. Industry organizations
B. Higher learning institutions
C. Employers
D. Government agencies
c. Employers
Which of the following are also known as two-year colleges?
A. Vocational, trade and technical schools
B. Community and junior colleges
C. Colleges
D. Universities
B. Community and junior colleges
Sandra is investigating the size and atmosphere of the city where her favorite school is located. According to the segment, this is an aspect of which factor to consider?
A. Location
B. Cost
C. Size
D. Amenities
A. Location
Which of the following is typically NOT required for admission to a vocational, trade or technical school?
A. Completion of an application
B. An application essay
C. A high school diploma or GED
D. Completion of one or more standardized tests
B. An application essay
Dual enrollment course credits are often applied toward which of the following?
A. High school graduation
B. College graduation
C. Neither high school nor college graduation
D. Both high school and college graduation
D. Both high school and college graduation
Bachelor’s degrees require how many credit hours?
A. 30 to 48 credit hours
B. 60 to 80 credit hours
C. 120 to 140 credit hours
D. 150 to 180 credit hours
C. 120 to 140 credit hours
Public higher learning institutions are largely supported by which of the following?
A. Tuition
B. Donations
C. Endowment
D. Government funds
D. Government funds
When researching cost, you should find out about the price of tuition, but you should also do which of the following?
A. Research pay rates at part-time jobs
B. Find and hire a financial advisor
C. Learn about financial aid opportunities
D. Secure a loan from a well known bank
C. Learn about financial aid opportunities
Which of the following is NOT one of the aspects of a student’s record which colleges and universities review when determining who to admit?
A. Courses taken in high school
B. Extracurricular activities
C. Work experience
D. Grade point average
C. Work experience
Advanced placement courses were created and are controlled by which of the following?
A. National Education Association
B. Teach for America
C. American Federation of Teachers
D. The College Board
D. The College Board
According to the segment, what is the minimum level of education required or recommended to work in the field of library science?
A. Professional licensure
B. Associate degree
C. Bachelor’s degree
D. Master’s degree
D. Master’s degree
Which types of institutions award associate degrees?
A. Vocational, trade and technical schools
B. Community and junior colleges
C. Colleges
D. Universities
B. Community and junior colleges
When researching activities and organizations, you should look for those which would entertain you and allow you to have fun, as well as those which would do which of the following?
A. Let you hang out with friends
B. Help boost your grades
C. Allow you to express yourself
D. Enhance your résumé
D. Enhance your résumé
Who should NOT write letters of recommendation for you?
A. Parents
B. Teachers
C. Coaches
D. Counselors
A. Parents
Which of the following is an advantage of AP over IB?
A. The ability to sign up for individual classes
B. The focus on critical thinking
C. The integrated curriculum
D. The international recognition of the program
A. The ability to sign up for individual classes
Which of the following is NOT an example of a professional degree?
A. Master of Science
B. Doctor of Medicine
C. Master of Divinity
D. Juris Doctor
A. Master of Science
Scott attends a higher learning institution. He lives on campus, has food services available to him and will be awarded a bachelor’s degree when he graduates. Which type of institution is he likely attending?
A. College or university
B. Community or junior college
C. Vocational, trade or technical school
D. High school
A. College or university
Which of the following tips for considering factors is NOT listed in the segment?
A. Set aside time to research
B. Document research so you can review it later
C. Visit institutions you are considering
D. Make your decision as quickly as possible
D. Make your decision as quickly as possible
Which of the following can best help when determining how stringent a school’s admission process is?
A. Enrollment
B. Student-to-teacher ratio
C. Number of majors available
D. Acceptance rate
D. Acceptance rate
Which of the following offers college-level courses through a two-year integrated diploma program?
A. Advanced placement program
B. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
C. Dual enrollment program
D. Summer course program
B. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme