CCR Midterm Exam Review

The completion of this is one of the first steps in the financial aid process and determines a student’s award amount

[email protected] is a professional email address.

On this type of loan, the borrower pays the interest on the loan during all periods & does not require financial need

Which type of institution of higher learning typically has a higher cost of attendance?

You should have added a welcome page, academic resume, vision board, and college essay to the portfolio.

A student emailing a teacher to demand their grade be changed is not an example of proper professional email etiquette

The college essay is your opportunity to share a personal experience to set yourself apart from other students.

What is the largest form of student aid in the country? (Includes grants, loans, & work-study assistance)

When asked at the end of an interview if you have questions, you should not ask any questions

Having a CDL license is an example of a _________ skill.

_______ describes the education level that follows the completion of high school including college or trade school.

What type of skills are often referred to as people skills?

Time management is an example of a __________ skill.

On your resume, jobs should be listed in descending order with the most current job listed first

Authenticity is not considered a desirable personality trait observed in a job interview

A type of financial aid gives college students the opportunity to earn money through part-time employment at the college

What type of skills are teachable and measurable & are job specific that are acquired through education and training?

In order to achieve a goal an individual must be motivated.

A grant from MS that is awarded to students who have at least a 3.5 GPA, a 29 ACT, & plan to go to a college in MS

Why is a student resume referred to as a living document?

CCR is a required course for graduation starting with the Class of 2022.

Scholarships are usually awarded for academics and accomplishments or involvement and do not have to be paid back

The U.S. Dept of Ed. pays the interest on this type of loan while the student is in school for at least half time

____ is a paid or unpaid opportunity for someone to gain real-world career experience and to complete job tasks.

It is professional for a student with a low grade in a class to email their teacher to ask for extra credit

This grant is awarded to students who have at least a 2.5 GPA, a 15 ACT, & qualify for less than the Pell Grant

In a cover letter, you should explain why you are the best candidate for the job & what you can bring to the position.

The ___ explains the combination of grants, loans, and work-study a college is offering you.

What type of aid does not have to be paid back, is provided by the government or from colleges and determined by FAFSA?

What could an individual use to help match their career options with their personal interests?

______ are certain core skills that students need to succeed in today’s world including in college and future careers.

The total estimated cost of attending college including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books, & other living expenses

A career is an occupation that one does for a long period of time during their lifetime

What is the section of a resume that contains your personal information like your email address called?

A grant from the state of MS awarded to students who have a 2.5 GPA, 20 ACT, and demonstrate great financial need

Construction workers, truck drivers, and physical therapists were in-demand jobs for 2020.

This type of degree takes an average of two years to complete and can be completed at a community college

What is the "sticker price" of your education called? (It does not include room & board, textbooks, or extra fees)

The student aid report summarizes the information from your FAFSA.

A Bachelor's degree takes an average of how many years to complete?

The purpose of the CCR portfolio is to allow students to showcase their college and career skills & future plans.

_______ allows someone to follow an experienced worker in their career field to observe their job tasks and requirements

_________ list occupations in the same field of work that require a similar skill set.

The purpose of college and career readiness is to prepare students for college only.

College essays are always required for admission to colleges and universities and for certain scholarship applications.

______ is a federal grant awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate serious financial need.