College
An affordable 2 Year College opportunity
Community College
Will a trade school accept you if you have a GED?
Yes, trade school do require students to have a GED or a high school diploma.
What is the minimum age to enlist?
17 years old
Number one concern for most people attending a post secondary education.
Debt
You need how many credits to graduate High School?
44 credits
A degree granted after a 2 year course of study, through a community or junior college
Associates Degree
List one vocational school in NYC.
Coop Tech, BOCES, Comprehensive Youth Development (CYD).
The branches of the military.
Air force, marine corps, army, navy, and national guard
Is there a limit for the amount of scholarships you can apply to?
No
Physical fitness is a requirement for entry of this post-secondary option.
Military
Two types of Bachelor degrees
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science
These test are not required to attend trade/vocational school in most casses.
SAT and ACT
How long is an average term of service?
While total length of service commitment varies based on Service branch need and occupational specialty, a first term is generally four years of active duty followed by four years in a Reserve unit.
An award for financial aid for a student to further their education
A scholarship
Does my parents’ citizenship status affect my eligibility for federal student aid?
No. Your parents’ citizenship status doesn’t affect your eligibility for federal student aid. In fact, the FAFSA form doesn’t even ask about your parents’ status.
T/F: You need letters of recommendation for both a 2 and 4 year CUNY school.
False, only 4 year CUNY schools require letters of recommendation.
What are 3 types of trades you could earn a certificate in?
Automotive, HVAC, Construction, Electrical, Hairstyling, Barber, Culinary and some Health Services
What is the monthly starting salary for a first year military officer? (you can give a range)
O-1 is the 1st officer paygrade in the United States military. The O-1 grade begins at 2 or less years of experience with a basic pay rate of $3,477.30 per month
What is the name of the document you fill out to get Federal Student Aid?
FAFSA
How many credits are needed to graduate with an Associates Degree?
60 college credits
Name three things colleges look at in their applicants.
GPA, extracurricular involvement, College Essay, Letters of recommendation, test scores (SAT/ACT), honors and awards
Name 3 benefits of trade schools over 4-year universities.
Smaller class sizes, cheaper, more hands-on learning, takes less time.
Name the Military University in New York State
West Point
T/F student loans must be paid off.
True, you are generally required to repay your student loan.
An optional form of education after graduating university.
Post-graduate education/ Grad School