9th/10th Grade College Quiz

What are some benefits of attending college?

• Opportunity to explore interests, gain new experiences, and meet new people.

• Prepare for a career.

• Future job security & to make more money

• All of the Above

What are some advantages of attending a community college (i.e.: Lone Star College)?

• Open Admissions (If I graduate, I can go.)

• Low-Cost Tuition

• Either take classes to transfer to a university or pursue a workforce program.

• All of the Above

What type of degree can you earn from a community college?

• Bachelor's Degree

• Associate's Degree

• Doctoral Degree

• Master's Degree

How long does it usually take to complete an Associate's Degree?

• 6 Months

• 1 Year

• 2 Years

• 4 Years

What type of degree usually takes 4 years to complete?

• Master's

• Workforce Certificate

• Bachelor's

• Associate's

What is the MOST important criteria to get accepted to a 4-year university?

• High School Grades

• Lot's of Activities on your Resume

• Volunteer Work

• SAT or ACT Scores

What is the application that students complete during their senior year in order to apply for financial aid?

• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

• Apply Texas

• Common App

• Naviance

What types of need-based financial aid can students qualify for by completing the FAFSA?

• Grants

• Work-Study

• Loans

• All of the Above

What type of merit-based aid can students earn for academic achievement?

• Loan

• Scholarship

• Work Study

• Pay Check

What is a way (s) to pay for college?

• Financial Aid (grants, loans, scholarships, work study)

• Military

• Money From Parents

• All of the Above