College Lingo
A subject that you choose to focus on as a main course of study in college
Major
The cost of your classes based on how many units of credit you are taking
Tuition
Type of college where you can earn a certificate or associate's degree (2-year degree)
Community college
Name three things you can do to prepare for college now
Starting thinking about a college and career
Develop good study habits
Take dual credit classes
Form good/positive peer groups
Keep up your grades
Research colleges/careers
Become involved in school
Go on college visits
Who can go on a job shadow?
Everyone!
A secondary set of courses that often complements your major
Minor or concentration
Scholarship
A secondary school teaching a skilled trade
Vocational/Trade School
Name 3 things a college looks at to determine if they will be accepted to their institution?
Grades
Classes taken
Upward grade trend
Activities/Groups/Clubs
College Entrance Exams (ACT/SAT)
How do you apply for college?
What is the person in charge of a major are of a college called?
Dean
(Ex. Dean of Students; Dean of Arts & Sciences)
The cost of having a place to sleep and food to eat while at college
Room and Board
Name two differences between public and private universities
Public - government funded; often a wider array of programs; larger
Private - rely more on tuition, donors, & endowment funds; often offer more generous financial aid; possible religious affiliation; smaller
What is the ACT & SAT?
A college entrance exam; sometimes used to determine merit scholarships & other scholarships
College Unit
A class that needs to be taken before you can take a higher level class is called...
Prerequisite
Free money given to attend a college if you meet certain financial need qualifications
Grant
Name four types of degrees you can earn after your high school diploma
Associates, bachelors, masters, doctorate (PhD)
Where can you go to look for scholarship opportunities?
Online searches, school counselor, university website, local businesses
Who needs further training after high school?
EVERYONE...
1. Going directly in the workforce (Learn a skill, earn a certificate (3months-2years)
2. 2-year college for certificate or degree/4 year college
3. Military (learning skills)
An official academic record from the student's school that shows their courses and grades
Transcript
A federal form that determines financial aid for post-secondary classes
FAFSA
What do trade school teach
technical skills needed to pursue a specific occupation
What classes can get you college credit while in high school?
CCP & AP classes
Can financial aid be used for trade/vocational schools?
Yes!
You can still apply for scholarships, grants, and loans the same way you would for a four-year college program.