College Lingo
Your main course of study?
Major
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
How long does it take to complete an Associates Degree?
2 years
Who can you speak to get advice on colleges?
Your School Counselor
What GPA is required to be Promise Ready?
2.5
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed?
Advisor
Is in-state or out-of-state tuition cheaper?
In-state tuition
How long does it take to complete a Bachelors degree?
4 years
An event you can attend to ask questions directly to college representatives.
College Fair/College Tour
Where are your promise coach’s office located?
Library
A secondary course of study (15 - 18 credits) that often complements a students major and is commonly listed on your resume.
Minor
Money you can earn for school that does not need to be paid back
Scholarship or grant
How long does it take to complete a Master's Degree?
2 years
Name two college entrance exams
ACT & SAT
What is the total amount of scholarship money promise scholars can receive upon graduation?
Up to $5,000 per year total $20,000
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies?
Syllabus
Name the four main types of financial aid for students?
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
What is the next degree you can earn after completing your Master's degree (typically 4 years)?
A Doctoral Doctorate degree
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses and Promise Newsletter
Name this famous artist whose fanbase is named after a group of insects.
Beyonce
A "record" of a student's academic progress, including all courses taken, grades, completion for each course, and GPA.
Transcript
Name the program that provides part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses.
Workstudy
Name this governing body for collegiate athletics.
NCAA
Name two important things you need to have ready for the admission process?
College applications, entrance exam scores, test scores, FAFSA (optional)and transcripts
In 1960 this individual was the first African-American to attend an all-white public school.
Rudy Bridges
What is the difference between a full-time and part-time student?
Full-time student takes 12 or more credits, while part-time students take less than 12 credits
Name the application that students need to fill out to receive financial aid for college or a post secondary school.
FAFSA
A ____________ is a course or other requirement that a student must have taken prior to enrolling in a specific course or program.
Pre-requisite
After High School List three options that can help you achieve your lifelong goals.
College/university, Community College, Trade school, military, Apprenticeship (on the job training), Military
Name all the Career Technology Education (CTE) Programs in Westinghouse High School.
Health Careers, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Emergency Response Technology, Business Administration, Sports & Entertainment (BASE) and Carpentry