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

Volunteer work, sports, clubs, and leadership roles

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

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

What is a placement test used for?

To assess which course level a student should begin in

What is the purpose of a campus visit?

To tour the college and learn about academics and student life

What is the purpose of a College Fair?

To meet representatives from multiple colleges in one place

What does a transcript include?

A record of classes taken and grades earned

What is a prerequisite?

A course that must be taken before another course

What is the Common App?

A platform to apply to multiple colleges with one application

What is the Coalition App?

An application platform focused on access and affordability

What is a Letter of Recommendation used for?

Supporting a students application with insights from a teacher or counselor

What does "Open Admission" mean?

Anyone with a high school diploma or GED can be admitted

What is a Superscore?

A college considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates

What does it mean if a student is deferred?

Their decision is postponed and will be reconsidered later

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.

What does "Holistic Review" mean in college admissions?

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

What is a Personal Statement?

An essay about your experiences, goals, or identity

What is a college waitlist?

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

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

You may choose whether or not to submit test scores

What does "Rolling Admission" mean?

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

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

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