Study Abroad Quiz -March

What does the term “Rolling Admission” mean?

• Colleges accept applications only within a short deadline window.

• Applications are reviewed as they are received until all spots are filled.

• Students must reapply every semester to stay enrolled.

• Admission is granted only for students with perfect test scores.

What is a “Need-Blind” admission policy?

• The university ignores test scores during admission decisions.

• The school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when making admission decisions.

• Students must prove they can pay full tuition before being admitted.

• Only students with financial needs can apply.

What is an “Early Decision” application?

• A non-binding application that allows students to apply early.

• A binding agreement where students must attend the school if accepted.

• A method of deferring admission to the following year.

• A waitlist system for top applicants.

What does “Deferral” mean in the college admission process?

• The college rejects an application.

• The college delays reviewing the application until the next year.

• The application is moved from early admission to the regular admission pool for reconsideration.

• The student withdraws their application.

What is the “Common Application”?

• A standardized test required for college admission.

• A single online application used by multiple colleges and universities.

• A checklist for applying to any university worldwide.

• A method for students to apply for scholarships.

What does “Test-Optional” mean?

• Applicants must submit standardized test scores.

• Students can choose whether to submit test scores, and their applications won’t be penalized if they don’t.

• Only international students are exempt from standardized tests.

• Test scores are required only for scholarships, not admission.

What does “Waitlist” mean in college admissions?

• The student has been rejected and must reapply.

• The student has been accepted but can enroll only if another student declines their offer.

• The application is on hold until the student provides additional documents.

• The student is automatically deferred to the next semester.

What is a “Merit-Based Scholarship”?

• A scholarship given based on academic, artistic, or athletic achievement.

• A scholarship awarded to students with financial need.

• A grant that requires students to take extra classes.

• A discount on tuition available to all students.

What does “GPA” stand for in the admission process?

• General Proficiency Assessment

• Grade Percentage Average

• Grade Point Average

• Graduate Program Application

What is a “Transcript” in college applications?

• A document listing a student’s academic history, including courses and grades.

• A letter of recommendation from a teacher.

• A certificate proving English language proficiency.

• A summary of a student’s extracurricular activities.