College Preparation

What is something that you should NOT do to prepare for college?

• Lower your GPA

• Get involved with extracurriculars

• Apply for financial aid

• Apply for scholarships

What is good about getting involved with extracurricular activities?

• Helps you get away from your parents

• Gives you an excuse for when you turn in late work

• Makes you more competitive against other applicants

• Extracurriculars do not matter

What should you do if you do not have a good enough ACT/SAT score? HINT: There are two answers.

• Give up because you won't do better.

• Ask a friend to take it for you.

• Attend ACT/SAT prep classes if possible.

• Get help from whoever can help you.

True or False: Whether or not you think you qualify, you should still apply for financial aid.

• True

• False

How many hours is considered full-time for college?

• 12

• 13

• 8

• 10

An Associate's Degree is how many years of education?

• 4

• 2

• 6

• 8

A Bachelor's Degree is how many years of education?

• 4

• 2

• 8

• 6

A Master's Degree is how many years of education?

• 2

• 4

• 8

• 6

To obtain a Doctorate in Philosophy or Ph.D., how many years of education is required?

• 2

• 6

• 4

• 8

The term "college hours" is which of the following?

• the amount of time you will need to study for that class

• the amount of time you have to get your work done

• the amount of time you spend in college

• the amount of time you spend in that class each week