What's the difference between a college and a university?

They both offer quality education

What does FAFSA stand for?

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

What is the difference between a community college and state universities?

Community colleges only offer 2 year associate's degrees

Another test: Which of these is the best question to ask at the college fair?

What sets your business program apart from other colleges?

What is the best question to ask at the college fair?

What do students like best about your school?

What is the difference between a vocational school and a typical 4 year school?

Vocational is for a trade. Example: cosmetology

Is it acceptable to visit different colleges/universities even if you already have one in mind?

Visit as many colleges as you can to learn your preferences

What is the difference between a loan and a scholarship?

A loan you have to pay back and a scholarship you do not

What is the common application?

An application for multiple colleges

What do students do with a loan?

Pay it back later with interest

studbud

College Knowledge! Presented by AVID

22 termsStudBud Administration2,434 plays

Review these important facts before the college fair!

Flashcards22 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 22

Answers

1
What's the difference between a college and a university?
There are less majors offered at a university
A college costs more money
They both offer quality education
Universities are easier to get into
2
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Fast Admissions for Science Applicants
None of the above
Free Application for Smart Americans
3
What is the difference between a community college and state universities?
Only universities offer a variety of topics to study
Community college is free
Community colleges only offer 2 year associate's degrees
Universities have sports programs
4
How long does it typically take to earn an Associate's Degree?
1 year
6 months
2 years
4 years
5
Another test: Which of these is the best question to ask at the college fair?
How much does this school cost?
Is this a large or a small school?
What sets your business program apart from other colleges?
Can I set-up a visit for your school?
6
At which type of school would you only be able to earn an Associate's Degree?
University
Primary school
Secondary school
Community College
7
What is the best question to ask at the college fair?
What majors do you have?
Do you offer scholarships for good grades?
What are the minimum requirements to get in?
What do students like best about your school?
8
How long does it typically take to earn your Bachelor's degree?
4 years
6 years
2 years
3 years
9
What is the difference between a vocational school and a typical 4 year school?
Vocational is for a trade. Example: cosmetology
You cannot learn certain jobs (ex: culinary) at 4 yr school
They are equally difficult to be accepted to
You have to attend vocational school first
10
How do students raise money for college?
All of the above
Work and save
Apply for scholarships/grant
Take out a loan
11
What resources are available at Dundee-Crown to help with your college search?
College fair - coming up this week on Friday 2/24!
Your counselors and teachers!
The Illinois Student Assistance Corps (ISAC) representative!
All of the above!
12
Is it acceptable to visit different colleges/universities even if you already have one in mind?
Yes but only if you plan to apply
Only colleges related to your career
No
Visit as many colleges as you can to learn your preferences
13
What college did rapper Lil Wayne attend?
Princeton
Yale University
Stanford University
University of Houston
14
Before transferring to Columbia, Former President Obama was enrolled at this institution:
University of Hawaii
Occidental College
UCLA
George Washington University
15
What characteristics do colleges want to see in a student?
Hard worker and responsible
Organized and good at time management
Involved in the community
All of the above
16
What is the best way to impress a college admissions representative?
Show your interest in the school
All of the above
Ask specific questions that cannot be found on their website
Introduce yourself
17
Is it important to visit the college/university you are applying to?
No
Yes, at least 1 time
Only if they ask you to come
At least 3 times
18
What is the difference between a loan and a scholarship?
You have to qualify for a loan but not a scholarship
Where the money comes from
A loan you have to pay back and a scholarship you do not
You have to work for a loan
19
What do colleges look at when students apply?
All of the above
Teacher letters of recommendation and how involved you are
SATs and GPA
If you took foreign language and other challenging classes
20
What is the common application?
A fun game
An online college book store
A college app for your phone
An application for multiple colleges
21
What do students do with a loan?
Keep it all to use for school
Pay it back later with interest
Use it however you choose
Regret it
22
What is the highest level of education you can receive?
Doctorate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Associate's Degree

College Knowledge! Presented by AVID Flashcards | StudBud