College & Trade
This form, due every year, determines your eligibility for federal student aid
What is the FAFSA?
This type of account is best for emergency savings and earning interest.
What is a savings account?
In California, most minors under 18 are required to show proof of this before they can start working.
You should rotate your tires roughly this many miles to prevent uneven wear.
What is 5000-8000 miles?
The ideal water temperature for washing white clothes to remove stains.
What is hot water?
A two-year degree you can earn at a community college.
Wha is an Associates Degree?
The recommended percentage of income to save each month.
What is 20%?
The document listing your work history, education, and skills.
What is a resume?
This dashboard light, shaped like an oil can, means your engine may not be getting enough lubrication.
What is your oil pressure warning light?
This is how often you should change out your tooth brush.
What is every 3-4 months or when your bristles are frayed?
Money you don’t have to repay, awarded for academics, athletics, or need.
What are scholarships and/or grants?
The fee you pay when you spend more than you have in your checking account.
What is an overdraft fee?
When arriving to an interview, you should arrive prior to your scheduled meeting by X time.
What is 10-15 minutes early?
This tool inflates your tires when they’re low on air.
What is an air compressor or tire inflator?
A credit score above this number is considered “good” in the U.S. Hint: credit scores range from 300-850.
What is 670?
This campus office helps you find internships, jobs, and résumé workshops
What is a career center?
As of January 1, 2025, the statewide minimum wage in California is . . .
What is $16.50?
The ideal timeframe to send a thank-you email after an interview.
What is within 24 hours?
The legally required document proving your car is insured
What is proof of insurance?
The recommended minimum frequency for washing bed sheets to maintain hygiene.
A trade school program often awards this type of credential instead of a degree.
What is a certificate or diploma?
If you earn $50 a week and save 20% of it, you will save this much in 4 weeks.
What is $40?
Dressing in a way that matches or slightly exceeds the workplace standard.
What is business attire or business casual?
This fluid should be checked if your brakes feel soft or spongy.
What is brake fluid?
This common household ingredient can be used to neutralize odors in carpets before vacuuming.
What is baking soda?