Understanding College Terminology Quiz

What is a scholarship?

• A type of loan that must be repaid with interest

• Financial aid awarded to students based on various criteria, which does not need to be repaid

• A mandatory course required before enrolling in another course

• A document outlining the course structure and requirements

What is a prerequisite?

• A course that must be completed before enrolling in a more advanced course

• A type of financial aid that does not need to be repaid

• A standardized test for college admissions

• A list of courses offered by a university

What is an unsubsidized loan?

• A loan where the government pays the interest while the student is in school

• A loan where the student is responsible for all the interest that accrues

• A grant that does not need to be repaid

• A scholarship based on academic performance

What is a major in college?

• A minor subject of study

• The primary field of study chosen by a student

• A type of financial aid

• A standardized test for college admissions

What is a credit hour?

• A unit of measure representing an hour of instruction per week over a semester

• A type of financial aid

• A standardized test score

• A list of courses required for graduation

What does it mean to be on a waitlist for a college course?

• The student is guaranteed a spot in the course

• The student is placed on a list and may be offered a spot if one becomes available

• The student has been rejected from the course

• The student has completed all prerequisites for the course

What is the Common App?

• A standardized test for college admissions

• A single application used to apply to multiple colleges and universities

• A list of general education requirements

• A type of financial aid

What is a public university?

• A university funded by private donations

• A university funded by the government

• A university that only offers online courses

• A university that does not charge tuition

What is the FAFSA?

• A standardized test for college admissions

• A form used to apply for federal financial aid for college

• A type of scholarship

• A list of courses required for graduation

What is a syllabus?

• A document outlining the course structure, schedule, and requirements

• A type of financial aid

• A standardized test for college admissions

• A list of general education requirements