College Wild Card
Q: (True or False) Only straight-A students can get into college.
What is False? Colleges look for effort, improvement, and involvement too.
Q: (True or False) You must know your major before you apply to college.
A: What is False? Many colleges let students apply “undeclared.”
Q: (True or False) You must live on campus to have the “real” college experience.
A: What is False? Many students commute, take online classes, or live off campus and still thrive.
Q: (True or False) You can’t change your major once you start college.
A: What is False? Most students change their major at least once.
Q: (True or False) FAFSA is only for students with perfect grades.
A: What is False? Aid is based on financial need, not grades.
Q: (True or False) You must leave your home state to go to a good college.
A: What is False? Many strong in-state colleges offer quality programs and lower tuition.
Q: What month does FAFSA open each year?
A: What is October? (Usually October 1st).
Q: (True or False) Professors don’t care about their students.
A: What is False? Most professors want students to succeed and offer office hours and mentoring.
Q: What type of degree usually takes two years to complete?
A: What is an associate degree? (Offered at community colleges.)
Q: What does FAFSA stand for?
A: What is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid?
Q: What program helps first-generation students adjust to college life and academics?
A: What is EOF, TRiO, or EOP?
Q: (True or False) Applying for financial aid hurts your chances of getting accepted.
A: What is False? Colleges review admissions and aid separately.
Q: What are two campus resources that support student success?
A: What are tutoring centers, counseling, career services, or study labs?
Q: (True or False) Trade schools and certification programs are valid college pathways.
A: What is True? They lead to skilled, high-demand careers.
Q: (True or False) Only rich students can afford college.
A: What is False? Most students receive some form of aid or scholarships.
Q: (True or False) You can only apply to one college at a time.
A: What is False? Students can apply to multiple colleges at once.
Q: (True or False) You can’t get into college if your parents didn’t go.
A: What is False? Colleges welcome first-generation students and offer support programs.
Q: (True or False) College life is just like the movies.
A: What is False? Real college life is diverse and includes studying, balancing work, and responsibilities.
Q: Name one reason a student might start at a community college before transferring.
A: What is lower cost, smaller class sizes, or earning credits before transferring?
Q: Name two types of financial aid that do not need to be paid back.
A: What are grants and scholarships?
Q: What is one myth about college you used to believe and now know is false?
A: Accept any accurate response showing myth awareness (e.g., “That college is only for rich people”).
Q: Name one thing besides grades that colleges consider during admissions.
A: What is extracurricular activities, essays, leadership, community service, or personal growth?
Q: What skill do students need most to succeed in college life?
A: What is time management, communication, or self-discipline?
Q: (True or False) Two-year degrees don’t lead to good jobs.
A: What is False? Many associate degrees lead to stable, well-paying careers.
Q: (True or False) You can appeal your financial aid package if your situation changes.
A: What is True? You can contact your college’s financial aid office to request a review.