College Knowledge
Life Skills
Financial Readiness
Career and Future Planning
100

What is the official document that lists all classes taken and grades earned in high school that all colleges will request?

transcript



100

What’s the minimum number of hours teens should sleep per night?

7–8 hours

100

What does FAFSA stand for?

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

100

What type of school program trains students for specific careers like welding, cosmetology, or HVAC?

Trade or Career Technical School

200

What type of college is usually 2 years and offers associate degrees?

Community college

200

What is the skill of managing your time and tasks effectively?

Time management

200

What do you call a "plan for income and expenses"?

Budget

200

What document highlights your skills, education, and experience?

A résumé

300

Your main field of study declared in college

MAJOR

300

What is the term for controlling emotions during stressful situations?

Self‑regulation

300

What is the term for money you may be awarded for school based on your grades, skills, and/or experience that does not need repayment?

A scholarship or grant

300

What do you call a short-term, hands-on work experience related to a career?

An internship

400

What do you call a class that must be taken before enrolling in another class?

Prerequisite


400

What is the practice of reviewing your schedule at the start of each week called?

Weekly planning

400

What is the official term for the full cost of tuition, housing, meals, books, and fees?

Cost of Attendance

400

What is the test many military-bound students take to determine job qualification

ASVAB

500

This person is someone assigned to you to help create degree plans, select courses, and stay on track for graduation in college

an Advisor

500

What is the ability to communicate thoughts respectfully and clearly called?

Assertive communication

500

What is the minimum number of credits (hours) students must take to be considered “full‑time” for financial aid purposes?

12 (~ 4 classes per semester)

500

What office on a college campus helps students build résumés, find internships, and prepare for interviews?

Career Services Office