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?
AA: 2 years
Who can you speak to get advice on colleges?
Your School Counselor
What GPA is required to be Promise Ready?
2.5
A secondary course of study (15 - 18 credits) that often complements a students major and is commonly listed on your resume.
Minor/Concentration
Application students fill out to get federal financial aid for post-secondary education.
FAFSA
How long does it take to get a Bachelors degree?
What is four 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
Which is cheaper between a public and private college?
Public
A free sum of money or other financial aid granted to a student to pursue their studies.
Scholarship or grant
How many more years of school does it take to get a Master's Degree, after getting a Bachelor's Degree?
What is 1-3 years
Name two college entrance exams
ACT & SAT
What is the total amount awarded to promise ready student upon graduation?
$20,000
What is the difference between a full time and part time college student?
# of credits taking
Is in-state or out-of-state tuition cheaper?
In-state tuition
A ____________ is a course or other requirement that a student must have taken prior to enrolling in a specific course or program.
What is a Pre-requisite?
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses and Promise Newsletter
What type of jobs are currently in most high demand need?
Technology, Healthcare, Trades, Clean Energy, E-Commerce
Someone who helps you plan your classes and connect you with resources on campus as needed?
Academic Advisor/Counselor
What is the main difference between a grant and a loan.
Grants (and scholarships) do not need to be paid back if received.
What is the next degree you can earn after completing your Master's degree (typically 4 years)?
A Doctoral degree.
Name two important things you need to have ready for the admission process?
College applications, entrance exam scores, test scores, FAFSA (optional)and transcripts
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.
A "record" of a student's academic progress, including all courses taken, grades, completion for each course, and GPA.
What is a transcript.
When a student works a part-time college-provided job that provides financial aid.
What is Workstudy.
The PA State Grant Program gives PA students financial aid for post-secondary education. Is this an example of a grant, scholarship, or loan?
What is a grant?
After high school what options are there that can help you achieve your lifelong goals.
What is college/university, community college, trade school, military, apprenticeship (on the job training), military
Name any of the top employers in the city of Pittsburgh
UPMC, Highmark, PNC Bank, University of Pitt, Giant Eagle, Eat N Park