What does "Open Admission" mean?

Anyone with a high school diploma or GED can be admitted

What is the purpose of a campus visit?

To tour the college and learn about academics and student life

What should typically be included on an Activities List in a college application?

Volunteer work, sports, clubs, and leadership roles

What does "Holistic Review" mean in college admissions?

Looks at student's entire application, including academics, activities, etc

What is a placement test used for?

To assess which course level a student should begin in

What does Early Action (EA) mean in college admissions?

An early application option with a faster decision that isn't bonding

Which of the following is true about Test-Optional schools?

You may choose whether or not to submit test scores

What does it mean if a student is deferred?

Their decision is postponed and will be reconsidered later

What is a Letter of Recommendation used for?

Supporting a students application with insights from a teacher or counselor

What is a Superscore?

A college considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates

What does "Rolling Admission" mean?

You can apply and receive a decision at any time during senior year

What is the purpose of a College Fair?

To meet representatives from multiple colleges in one place

What is the Coalition App?

An application platform focused on access and affordability

What is a prerequisite?

A course that must be taken before another course

What does a transcript include?

A record of classes taken and grades earned

What is a college waitlist?

A backup list; students may be offered admission if space becomes available

What is a Personal Statement?

An essay about your experiences, goals, or identity

What is the Common App?

A platform to apply to multiple colleges with one application

Can a student be exempt from taking a placement test? Choose the best answer.

Yes, if the student has qualifying ACT/SAT scores or prior college credit.

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1
What does "Open Admission" mean?
Anyone with a high school diploma or GED can be admitted
A college is open 24 hours a day
All students are required to live on campus
Applications are only accepted in the spring
2
What does Early Decision (ED) mean in college admissions?
You can get your decision early but can attend any school
You must attend if accepted
You can only apply to community colleges
You don't need to submit test scores
3
What is the purpose of a campus visit?
To tour the college and learn about academics and student life
To register for financial aid
To take the ACT
To choose your dorm before applying
4
What should typically be included on an Activities List in a college application?
Family responsibilities only
Student hobbies and favorite movies
SAT and ACT scores
Volunteer work, sports, clubs, and leadership roles
5
What does "Holistic Review" mean in college admissions?
They consider test scores only
Admissions are based on essays only
Decisions are made at random
Looks at student's entire application, including academics, activities, etc
6
What is a placement test used for?
To determine scholarship eligibility
To decide if a student can graduate
To assign roommates
To assess which course level a student should begin in
7
What does Early Action (EA) mean in college admissions?
A program for applying only to community colleges
A way to skip the college essay
An early application option with a faster decision that isn't bonding
A binding decision where students must attend if accepted
8
Who should write a Letter of Recommendation?
Student's friend
Teacher or counselor
Principal only
Student's parent
9
Which of the following is true about Test-Optional schools?
You cannot submit your test scores
They only accept ACT scores
You may choose whether or not to submit test scores
Test scores are required for all majors
10
What does it mean if a student is deferred?
Their application was denied
Their decision is postponed and will be reconsidered later
They have to retake the ACT
They are required to attend community college first
11
What is a Letter of Recommendation used for?
Confirming a student's financial aid
Requesting scholarships
Applying for housing
Supporting a students application with insights from a teacher or counselor
12
What is a Superscore?
A minimum ACT score needed for scholarships
A college considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates
A GPA calculated from honors classes only
The average score of all standardized tests
13
What does "Rolling Admission" mean?
The college only accepts applications in the summer
You can apply and receive a decision at any time during senior year
All decisions come out on one day
You can apply one year after high school
14
What is the purpose of a College Fair?
To register for housing
To meet representatives from multiple colleges in one place
To sign up for financial aid
To ride carnival rides
15
What is the Coalition App?
A test preparation site
A private school-only application
An application platform focused on access and affordability
A scholarship platform
16
What is a prerequisite?
A course that must be taken before another course
An elective class in college
A required lunch period
A course that can be skipped with good grades
17
What does a transcript include?
A record of classes taken and grades earned
A student's college essay
ACT/SAT scores only
A list of extracurricular activities
18
What is a college waitlist?
A backup list; students may be offered admission if space becomes available
A list of students guaranteed admission
A list of students who didn't submit all required documents
A dorm housing list
19
What is a Personal Statement?
A legal form for FAFSA
A summary of your GPA and classes
An essay about your experiences, goals, or identity
A contract with your future college
20
What is the Common App?
A list of colleges that are test-optional
A financial aid application
A platform to apply to multiple colleges with one application
A test prep resource
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Can a student be exempt from taking a placement test? Choose the best answer.
No, placement tests are mandatory for college admission at every school.
No, all incoming students must take placement tests, despite other factors.
Yes, if the student applies for financial aid.
Yes, if the student has qualifying ACT/SAT scores or prior college credit.

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