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Section 1
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ACT
Examination that measures a student's knowledge and achievement in four subject areas—English, mathematics, reading and science reasoning— to determine the student's readiness for college-‐level instruction.
FAFSA
Free Application for student aid
Early Decision
offered by many post-secondary schools, students willing to commit to a school if accepted (student must enroll in that school, only do on your first choice school)
demonstrated need
difference between the cost of attending college and to your family contribution
cost of attending college
total cost , varies from college
Recommendations
statements or letters of endorsement written on the students behalf during the college application process
Institutional Loans
Ant Students loan administered by the college or university using the institution's funds as the source of funding. Perkins Loans may also be considered institutional loans.
Community College
Community colleges, sometimes called junior colleges, technical colleges or city colleges, are primarily two year public institutions providing higher education and lower-courses, granting certificates, diploma's and associate's degrees. Many also offer continuing and adult education. After graduating from a community college, some students transfer to a four-year liberal arts college or university for two or three to get complete a bachelor's degree.
Application
part of competitive college admission system. Consists of academic records, essays, letters of recommendations, and other activities. SAT and ACT
Grants
Like loan and more scholarships, are based on financial needs. Can be provided by government, foundations, institutions etc. Does not need to be repaid.
Institutional Grant
This is a need-based grant provided by an institution and offered to students whose families cannot pay the full cost of college. Institutional grants do not have to be repaid.
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Assesses students' critical thinking skills as they relate to the ability to manage college-‐level instruction.
SAT Subject Test (SAT II test)
Offered in many areas of study including English, mathematics, many sciences, history, and foreign languages. Some colleges require students to take one or more SAT subject tests when they apply for admission.
Trade School
A school that specializes in career readiness in fields such as hairdressing, cosmetology and auto mechanics.
Athletic Scholarships
These Scholarships are based off athletic ability and your prospective college's departments needs
Merit- Based Grant
A form of gift aid based upon your grade point average, academic excellence and extracurricular involvement with some attention to your financial need.
Open Admission
policy where a college admits virtually all high school graduates, regardless of academic qualification (high school grades and test scores.)
Liberal Arts College
A college where students are free to study a wide variety of different subjects during their undergraduate years.
Out of state Student
Student whose permanent residence is in a different state than that of the college or university which he or she attends or hopes to attend. out of state students generally pay higher tuition than do instate students.
College Essay
brief composition on a single subject. required at many colleges
Need Based Grant
This grant is offered, as a part of the financial aid package, when a student and his or her family are unable to pay the full cost of attending an institution. The Grant does not need to be repaid.
AP (Advanced Placement)
College-‐level classes taught in the high school following guidelines and covering material that will instruct students in AP subject areas and should prepare them to take Advanced Placement tests offered by The College Board.
"safety school"
college where you clearly meet the acquirements (make sure to apply for more selective colleges also )
Expected Family Contribution
The annual amount your family would have to pay for one year of college. Based off FAFSA form
Federal Perkins Loan
These loans are similar to the Stafford Loan in that no interest accrues in enrolling in college. The interest rate is lower.
Tuition & Fees
The cost of classes, labs, and miscellaneous fees
University
A school that includes many different schools - such as a college of nursing and a college of business - and that has graduate students.
Federal Pell Grant
This grant is a form of financial aid provided by the federal government to students who's FASFA indicated a high level of financial aid
Transcript
official document containing the students academic record ad testing history. the school in the which the student has enrolled must issue the transcript, certified by the signature of an authorized school administrator.
Financial Aid Office
The office that decides how much money a student will receive in grants and loans
award letter
award letter from the school saying how much financial aid they are willing to provide if he/she decides to enroll as a full time student
Need-Blind Admission
full consideration of an applicant , without regard of his/her need of financial aid.
Rolling Admission
practice used by some institutions to review and complete applications as they arrive, rather than to a set deadline
GPA (Grade Point Average)
Averaging the numerical value of a student's grades.
Campus Visit/Tour
service by the college admissions office, to get a look around the college they are looking at
Room & Board
The cost of a room in a dormitory and a dinning hall meal plan at a college or university
PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)
Rehearsal for students who plan to take the SAT, which is the test most colleges require for admission.
College Catalogue
provides a detailed overview of an institution, including its mission, prices, programs, admission requirements, and more.
Private Institution
This is a college or university that is funded by private sources without any control by a government agency. The cost of attending a private institution is higher than the cost at a public institution.
Loans
A loan is a type of financial aid that is available to students and to the parents of students. An education loan must be repaid. In many cases, however, payments do not begin until the student finishes school.
Common Application
apply to any of 456 member colleges and universities. Common app for first year and transfer admission
Public Institution
A college or university that receives public funding, primarily from a local, state, or national government that oversees and regulates and regulates the school's operations is considered a public institution.
Corporate Scholarships
These Scholarships are giving to employees and their families. Helps encourage others to join that company and work for them.
Institute of Technology
A school that specializes in subjects such as engineering, physics, chemistry and math.
wait-list
the student is put on the wait list and only allowed enrollment if there is space available in the incoming class.
College
An institution of higher learning, often referred to a "four-year" institution, which grants the bachelor degree in liberal arts or science or both,
Early action
Student applies by the early deadline. receives notice of acceptance, denial, or deferment with no obligation to the university
Bursar's office
office in charge of billing students for college related expenses such as tuition , fees, room and board
"Best fit"
not about getting into the best college, think about how big the perfect college is to you. Students need to look past big named school and the ones their friends are interested in and focus on themselves
"Reach School"
the college you have a chance of getting into =, but your test scores, GPA, and /or class rank are a bit on the low side.
Section 2
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