College & Career Lingo
Your main course of study
What is your major?
The amount the college/university is charging you for your classes
Tuition
What type of degree do you usually obtain at a technical or community college?
Associates degree
What year was Pro Kids founded in City Heights?
1994!
This document provides a formal overview of your work history, qualifications, and education.
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
What is a Minor?
Something students fill out to receive financial aid for college
FAFSA. BONUS: What does FAFSA stand for?
What is a school designed to train students for a specific job in a skilled trade career?
Vocational School
Name two Pro Kids staff members who were on the college visit yesterday that attended SDSU?
Ms. Evelyn and Mr. Jaxen
This sheet is typically included with your resume, where you explain why you would like to work at the company.
A cover letter!
What type of school allows you to get a certificate rather than a degree?
A vocational school
Money for school that does not need to be paid back
What is Scholarships or grants?
What is a school that typically offers two year programs, or associate's degrees, as well as work force training?
Community College
Name two of the opportunities available to you, specific to college & career, once you become a member of PK high school learning center?
College Road Trip & Scholarships
Once you are offered the position, you can negotiate this. Make sure you dont get "lowballed"
Salary/Pay.
Something your professor will give you to explain assignments, expectations, grading systems, textbooks, and class policies
What is a Syllabus?
What are two types of federal student loans and the difference between those two types.
Subsidized and unsubsidized student loans Subsidized does not start accruing interest while you're in college, unsubsidized does.
Name four types of degrees you can earn after your HS diploma
Associates, bachelors, masters, doctorate
Name one interesting fact about SDSU that you learned on the visit yesterday?
Plenty to choose from.
Name three websites where you can apply/look for a job?
Indeed.com, Zip Recruiter, Craigslist, etc.
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed
What is an Advisor?
Name the four main types of financial aid for students
Grants, scholarship, work study, student loans
TYPICALLY, how many years does it take to complete the following degrees? Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral
Associates - 2-3 yrs
Bachelors - 4 yrs
Masters - 6 yrs
Doctorate - 8yrs
What is the mascot for SDSU?
AZTEC
CHALLENGE QUESTION: Answer the interview question given by Mr. Daniel.
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