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Vocabulary for US College Admissions
Vocabulary for US College Admissions
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What is a "target" school?
a vocational school
where a student's record matches the admission standards
has an archery team
a regionally ranked program
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The admissions process where the deadline is usually on or around January 1.
deferred admission
early action
regular decision
early decision
3
"Yield" is the percentage of students
accepted
out of all of those who have applied to a university.
False
True
4
Typically, students earn which undergraduate degree after 4 years of study?
Bachelor's (BA, BSc)
Associate's (AA)
Master's
PhD
5
When a student applies early and signs a contract that they must attend, if accepted.
Early Action
Early Decision
Regular Decision
Rolling
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Which of these undergraduate curricula means taking a required set of common courses?
Distribution requirements
Freshman seminar
Core curriculum
Open curriculum
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Which factors were NOT identified by NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counselors) as important?
Essays; Demonstrated Interest
Grades in college preparatory and all courses
Strength of Curriculum; ACT/SAT
Parent income, donations to the university, social status
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Which of these CANNOT help students research and counselors submit official documents?
MaiaLearning
Duolingo
BridgeU
Cialfo
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Part of the American college experience is living on campus in:
Dormitories
Hotels
Apartments
Homestays
10
What skills does the TOEFL measure?
Vocabulary and grammar
Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
Reading, Listening, Writing
Reading, LIstening, Speaking
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What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
Grand Theft Auto
Glossary Pocket Academics
Google Point Awards
12
Who CANNOT write a letter of recommendation for a student?
Counselor
Teacher
Parent
Coach
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What is tuition?
a gut instinct
the cost of a college/university
free SAT tutoring
a loan or grant
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What it is "rolling" admissions?
school that offers surfing as a major
students accepted on an ongoing basis; no formal deadline
rock & roll
admissions is a smooth process
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Need-Based Financial Aid is...
Given to students with demonstrated financial need
Given to students based on talents and unique traits.
Given to students based on athletic achievement
Given to students based on academic achievement
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What is merit aid?
Financial aid given because your family is low-income
Financial aid that has to be paid back
Financial aid given based on achievements
No idea
17
Which of these would NOT be required for college admissions?
letters of recommendation
SAT or ACT
a job
my essay or personal statement
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What is Estimated Family Contribution (EFC)?
The amount of the college loan
The total amount of loan towards college
The total cost of school attendance
The total amount families are expected to pay toward costs
19
What is a "reach" school?
an easy school to get into
an Ivy League school
school's academic profile exceeds that of the student's
it is incredibly far away
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What is a loan?
free money
money borrowed for college tuition that must be paid back
a lawn with dry grass
a government scholarship
21
What is a "hook" in the US admissions process?
Underrepresented demographic
Recruited athlete
All of the above
Being a legacy
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Colleges prefer the SAT over the ACT
MYTH
FACT
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All of the following are true about Early Action EXCEPT
The decision is binding if you're accepted.
You get admission decisions from colleges earlier than usual
Option to submit your applications before regular deadlines.
The decision is not binding if you're accepted.
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What does SRAR stand for?
School Reported Academic Record
Self Reported Academic Report
Self Requested Academic Record
Self Reported Academic Record
25
What is need blind admissions?
SAT scores are not taken into consideration
Financial need is not taken into consideration
Financial need is taken into consideration
Grades are not taken into consideration
26
Cost of Attendance for a college includes:
Tuition and Fees
Tuition, fees, room, board, books and supplies
Room and Board
Books and Supplies
27
Which of the following can be accepted for showing English-proficiency?
IELTS
Duolingo
All of the above
TOEFL
28
What does an admissions committee consider in "holistic" review?
All of the above
Personal Statement
Community Service
GPA & ACT Scores
29
What is a single application used to apply to numerous colleges/universities?
Global Online Academy
Common Application
College Board
Mastery Transcript
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The ACT is shorter than the SAT
MYTH
FACT
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When a student's early application is moved to the regular round for more consideration.
Admitted
Waitlisted
Deferred
Denied
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What is the definition of a "likely" school for a particular student?
their academic profile is generally stronger than the accepted average
an Ivy League institution
one that will be very difficult to get into
one that they like a lot
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"Demonstrated Interest" is how many times and ways a student interacts with a university.
False
True
34
A post secondary institution that emphasizes an undergraduate education in liberal arts?
An Undergrad College
Liberal Arts College
A Trade School
A Liberal School
35
Which of the following best describes NYU's standardized testing policy?
Strict
Optional
Recommended
Flexible
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If a college or university has a test optional policy then...
Students can choose not to supply any standardized tests
It is easy to get into
Students should submit both ACT & SAT
The SAT subject tests are recommended
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What is a supplemental essay?
An additional essay apart from Common App essay.
An essay required by all schools.
An essay asking if you take vitamin supplements.
An optional essay that students don't have to write.
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The official record of a student's course work in high school.
Transcript
Standardized test scores
Report card
Academic report
39
After taking the PSAT, students can get personalized, free online prep through Khan Academy.
MYTH
FACT
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Essays are optional on both the ACT and SAT.
FACT
MYTH
