Questions and Answers
What does ACT stand for?
What are Advanced Placement (AP) Tests designed for?
Students who have completed college level work in high school
What is the purpose of an admission test?
To predict the likelihood of a student's success in college
What does a diploma signify?
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A student's approximate standing in their graduating class is referred to as their ______.
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What is the purpose of the FAFSA?
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What does a Bachelor's Degree represent?
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What is the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)?
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What is an Associate's Degree?
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Early Decision allows students to apply to multiple colleges at once.
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What type of activities are considered extracurricular?
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Study Notes
ACT
- College admission test measuring English, math, reading, and science reasoning.
- Scores range from 1 to 36, with a composite score and 11 subject area sub-scores.
- Optional writing test available; calculators allowed on math but not science.
Advanced Placement (AP®) Tests
- For students completing college-level courses in high school.
- Administered in specific subjects to potentially earn college credit and placement.
Admission
- Decision permitting a student's entry into a college or university.
Admission Test
- Standardized test predicting potential success in college.
Application
- Formal request for college admission; includes submission of various documents.
Aptitude
- Natural ability or inherent talent in a given field.
Associate's Degree (A.A., A.S.)
- Two-year degree preparing students for advanced studies or specific careers.
Bachelor's Degree (B.A., B.S., B.F.A., B.A.A.)
- Four-year degree focusing on a specific subject area.
Certificate
- Recognition for completion of a short-term vocational training program.
Class Rank
- Student's standing within their graduating class based on GPA.
Common Application
- Standardized application utilized by multiple colleges for admission.
Degree
- Title awarded by an institution upon fulfilling academic requirements.
Diploma
- Certificate confirming completion of coursework and graduation requirements.
Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.)
- Advanced degree requiring three to five years of study post-Master's Degree, focusing on specialized research.
Early Action
- Admissions plan allowing students until May 1 to accept or decline an acceptance offer; candidates may be outright denied or deferred.
Early Decision
- Plan for students to apply early to their top college and agree to enroll if admitted, evaluated on junior year performance.
Early Intervention
- Process initiated in elementary and middle school to educate students and parents about college preparation and admission.
Educational Testing Services (ETS)
- Nonprofit agency established by The College Board to create educational assessments.
Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
- Amount deemed affordable for a student’s family toward education to assess federal aid eligibility.
Extracurricular Activities
- Activities outside classroom academics, such as athletics or clubs, enriching student experiences.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Essential form for federal education aid applications, determining eligibility for aid programs; submitted annually by high school seniors starting January 1.
Financial Aid or Assistance
- Financial resources provided to students, including grants, scholarships, or loans.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
- Measure indicating a student's academic performance, calculated on a scale reflecting grades.
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