College Applications/FAFSA
When creating your list of schools you wish to apply for, when should you begin writing your list?
It's never to early to start! [Freshman year up until early October of your Senior year]
Give an estimate number of students in a classroom to be considered "Large" & "Small"
Large = Approx 150 - 500+ Students in a classroom
Small = Approx 0 - 150 students in a classroom
What is the definition of an extracurricular activity?
An activity outside of your regular schoolwork.
What do you call a secondary/additional field of study (but not a major)?
Minor
How long [on average] does it take to complete a B.A./B.S. degree?
4 years.
When are college applications typically open?
Usually Available beginning August 1st.
What type of housing is typically available at a university or college? (name at least 2)
Dorms, Off-Campus Apartments (sometimes cheaper), On-Campus Apartments (sometimes furnished and more expensive) , Sorority/Fraternity Houses, etc.
What is [typically] the name of a program in which serves students from all different backgrounds/ethnicities?
MSS-Multicultural Student Services
If you are unsure about your major coming into college, what is recommended to state to your advisor? (so then they may help you discover a major)
Undecided/Undeclared
How long [on average] does it take to complete an A.A. degree?
2 years
When does the Financial Aid (FAFSA) application Open and when is the Deadline?
Application open October 1st, and deadline is January 31st.
What are the types of academic tutoring typically offered for students?
-Math Tutoring Centers
-Writing Centers
-Sciences and Engineering Tutoring
-Basically tutoring for all majors/fields of study when looked for!
Name at least 3 examples of extracurricular activities.
Examples: Sports, Arts, Clubs, Student Organizations, First Gen programs, TRIO, Honors Programs, Study Abroad etc.
What are some examples [mentioned in the ppt] of questions to be asking yourselves when deciding what major to choose?
-What are my favorite classes?
-What are my favorite hobbies/extracurricular activities?
-What do career/personality assessment tests usually suggest for me?
-What do I love doing?
What are the different types of institutions?
Public, Private, Vocational/Technical, 4-year, 2-year.
Name at least 3 [typically required] paperwork/online submissions AFTER you choose a university. (For example, submitting your Orientation form)
Housing, Orientation, Registration, Placement exams, Supplementary Admission/or Scholarship Forms, Campus Based Financial Aid Forms,
Name at least ONE social area of a campus for students (example: The CUB at WSU)
Dining Halls, Student Union Centers, Multicultural Student Centers, Student Involvement Centers, etc.
Name at least two TRIO programs [typically] offered at the university/college level?
CAMP, SSS (Student Support Services), McNair Scholars Program, Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)
What is the difference between Double Major & Double/Dual Degree?
Double Major [typically] requires the same amount of credits in total to graduate, while majoring in two different fields of study and you get ONE bachelor degree.
While, Double/Dual Degree [typically] requires more credits in total, and you get TWO bachelor's degree
What is the difference between semesters & quarters?
If your college/university is on the Semester schedule, you will have Two cycles of classes per year (FALL & SPRING).
If your college/university is on the Quarter Schedule, you will have Three cycles of classes per year (FALL, WINTER, & SPRING).
--> Summer classes are available in both types of schedules.
When applying for a college/or university, what are the steps and materials you need when filling out your information?
Steps: Apply for FAFSA/Financial Aid, Start your application online (either Common App or University specific application), keep record of your username/passwords.
Materials needed: Transcripts, Test Scores, Resumes, Essays (sometimes), etc.
[Dorm and Dining Life Information] : What does RA, RED, and RDA stand for? (get at least 2 out of 3 correct for full points)
RA = Resident Advisor
RED = Resident Education Director
RDA = Resident Dining Account
If wanting to join an extracurricular activity, what are the typical steps you must do to join them? (from your worksheet, name some of the steps)
-Research & Contact the organization/club/program
-Possibly Apply
-Show up and be consistent!
-etc
What is the percentage (%) of college students that change their major at least once?
80% of college students change their major at least once!
What are the types of DEGREES offered [typically] at a UNIVERSITY?
B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S., Ph.D., Certificates.
[Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy, Certificates, etc. ]
(A.A. degrees are typically only offered at community colleges)