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Vocabulary for US College Admissions
Vocabulary for US College Admissions
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For participants to learn the lingo, jargon, acronyms, terms that apply to US college admissions.
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Who CANNOT write a letter of recommendation for a student?
Parent
Teacher
Coach
Counselor
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What is the definition of a "likely" school for a particular student?
their academic profile is stronger than the profile of an accepted freshman
one that they like a lot
one that will be very difficult to get into
an Ivy League institution
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If a college or university has a test optional policy then...
The SAT subject tests are recommended
It is easy to get into
Students can choose not to supply any standardized tests
Students can submit either ACT or SAT scores
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All of the following are true about Early Action EXCEPT
You get admission decisions from colleges earlier than usual
Option to submit your applications before regular deadlines.
The decision is binding if you're accepted.
The decision is not binding if you're accepted.
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What is need blind admissions?
Financial need is not taken into consideration
Financial need is taken into consideration
SAT scores are not taken into consideration
Grades are not taken into consideration
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What is an Estimated Family Contribution (EFC)?
The amount of the college loan
The total cost of school attendance
The total amount families are expected to pay toward costs
The total amount of a loan applied towards college costs
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What skills does the TOEFL measure?
Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
Reading, LIstening, Speaking
Vocabulary and grammar
Reading, Listening, Writing
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Which of these is a single application used to apply to several colleges/universities at the same time?
College Board
Common Application
Mastery Transcript
Global Online Academy
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"Demonstrated Interest" is how many times and ways a student interacts with a university.
False
True
10
What is merit aid?
Financial aid given because your family is low-income
Financial aid that has to be paid back
No idea
Financial aid given based on achievements
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Need-Based Financial Aid is...
Given to students with demonstrated financial need
Given to students based on academic achievement
Given to students based on athletic achievement
Given to students based on talents and unique traits.
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What does an admissions committee consider in "holistic" review?
Community Service and Leadership
All of the above
Recommendation Letters
GPA & SAT Scores
13
Which of the following can be accepted for showing English Language proficiency?
IELTS
All of the above
Duolingo
TOEFL
14
Part of the North American college experience is living on campus in:
Dormitories
Apartments
Hotels
Homestays
15
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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Colleges prefer the SAT over the ACT
FACT
MYTH
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After taking the PSAT, students can get personalized, free online prep through Khan Academy.
MYTH
FACT
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Typically, students earn which undergraduate degree after 4 years of study?
PhD
Master's
Bachelor's (BA, BSc)
Associate's (AA)
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When a student applies early and signs a contract that they will attend the university if accepted.
Early Action
Early Decision
Rolling
Regular Decision
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The official record of a student's course work in high school.
Academic report
Transcript
Report card
Standardized test scores
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What is a "reach" school?
the school's academic profile exceeds that of the student's
an Ivy League school
it is incredibly far away
an easy school to get into
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Which of these would NOT be required for college admissions?
my essay or personal statement
letters of recommendation
a job
SAT or ACT
23
The admissions process where the deadline is usually on or around January 1.
early decision
deferred admission
regular decision
early action
24
What does GPA stand for?
Grand Theft Auto
Grade Point Average
Glossary Pocket Academics
Google Point Awards
25
What is a loan?
a lawn with dry grass
money borrowed for college costs that must be paid back
a government scholarship
free money
26
Which factors were NOT identified as important in university admissions?
Parent income, donations to the university, social status
Essays; Demonstrated Interest
Strength of Curriculum; ACT/SAT
Grades in college preparatory and all courses
27
What it is "rolling" admissions?
students accepted on an ongoing basis; no formal deadline
school that offers surfing as a major
admissions is a smooth process
rock & roll
28
The Cost of Attendance for a university includes:
Tuition and Fees
Books and Supplies
Room and Board
Tuition, fees, room, board, books and supplies
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What is a "target" school?
a vocational school
has an archery team
a regionally ranked program
a school where a student's record matches the admission standards
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When a student's early application is moved to the regular admissions round for more consideration.
Denied
Deferred
Admitted
Waitlisted
