99th Squad-College Readiness

Question 1

Give me an example of a 4 year institution.

Accepted Answer

Kent State University, The University of Akron, Xavier University, University of Mount Union

Question 2

What is an academic adviser?

Accepted Answer

Similar to a school counselor, but at a college., Someone who gives educational advice., Usually, at a college campus.

Question 3

How important are application deadlines?

Accepted Answer

Deadlines will help me stay on schedule., Deadlines are very important (will elaborate)., Can make a difference in a university decision.

Question 4

Who should I talked to about college?

Accepted Answer

A college recruiter during a school visit, Parent/Guardian, My school counselor, My friends and community

Question 5

What does FAFSA mean?

Accepted Answer

Free Application For Student Aid

Question 6

Does my college tuition include housing?

Accepted Answer

No. The cost of housing is separate.

Question 7

What is a personal statement?

Accepted Answer

A statement about me (elaborate more)., A statement used on a college application.

Question 8

A student loan is

Accepted Answer

Is borrowed money that I have to pay back.

Question 9

When does it count?

Accepted Answer

Now, Now, Now, Now

Question 10

Am I college ready?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes

Question 11

What are Division I Eligibility Requirements?

Accepted Answer

Must complete 10 courses before 12th grade year, Min GPA of 2.300 in the 16 core courses, Graduation from high school, 16 core courses of credit

Question 12

What does HBCU mean?

Accepted Answer

Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Question 13

A Selective Admissions process guarantees my seat?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 14

What does F.E.A.R. mean?

Accepted Answer

False Evidence Appearing Real

Question 15

What are Division II Eligibility Requirements?

Accepted Answer

Graduate from high school, Min. GPA 2.00 in the 16 core courses, 16 core courses of credit, Min SAT combined score 820 OR ACT sum 68

Question 16

What does EFC mean?

Accepted Answer

Estimated Family Contribution

Question 17

Should I include extra-curricular activities on an application?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Ms. Shuler will share more details., Maybe, if they ask for the information.

Question 18

Do I have to pay back a grant?

Accepted Answer

No. A grant is free money based on FAFSA information.

Question 19

What are the different degrees?

Accepted Answer

Bachelor's Degree, Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.), Master's Degree, Associate Degree

Question 20

What are prerequisite courses?

Accepted Answer

Prerequisite courses are required courses

Question 21

Does everyone receive a scholarship to college?

Accepted Answer

No, you have to meet the requirements., No, but it can help with tuition and housing., No, but I can still attend college.

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