Different types of colleges and degree options G2C Video

What is a private college?

• A college that is funded by the government.

• A college that is privately funded and makes its own policies and rules.

• A college that offers free tuition to all students.

• A college that only offers online courses.

Which of the following is NOT a private college in Mississippi?

• Mississippi College

• Tougaloo College

• William Carey University

• Jackson State University

What does the term "selective college" refer to?

• A college that accepts all applicants.

• A college that has no admission criteria.

• A college that admits only a small percentage of applicants.

• A college that offers only graduate programs.

Which of the following is an example of an extremely selective college?

• Mississippi State University

• Juilliard

• University of Southern Mississippi

• Hinds Community College

What does the acronym "HBCU" stand for?

• Historically Black College or University

• Highly Beneficial College or University

• Historically Built College or University

• High Budget College or University

How many HBCUs are there in the United States?

• 50

• 75

• 107

• 150

How many HBCUs are located in Mississippi?

• 3

• 6

• 9

• 12

Which of the following is a public college in Mississippi?

• Mississippi College

• Tougaloo College

• University of Southern Mississippi (USM)

• William Carey University

Are HBCUs open to students of all racial and ethnic backgrounds?

• Yes, they are open to any person of any racial or ethnic background.

• No, they are only open to African American students.

• No, they are only open to students from minority backgrounds.

• Yes, but only to students from the United States.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a private college?

• Privately funded

• Makes its own policies and rules

• Funded by the government

• May have selective admission criteria