College Terms

What is a community college?

• A type of educational institution that offers two-year degrees and certificates, often serving as a more affordable option for higher education.

• A four-year university that provides bachelor's degrees and advanced studies.

• A vocational school that focuses solely on technical training and apprenticeships.

• An online platform that offers free courses and certifications.

What is a Bachelor's Degree?

• A graduate academic degree that requires two years of study.

• An undergraduate academic degree that usually requires four years of full-time study to complete, leading to various entry-level positions after graduation.

• A professional certification that can be obtained in one year.

• A degree awarded for completing a high school education.

What is a transcript?

• An official record of a student's academic performance, including courses taken and grades received.

• A summary of a student's extracurricular activities.

• A document that lists a student's attendance record.

• A certificate of completion for a specific course.

What is an Associate Degree?

• A graduate degree that requires four years of study.

• An introductory undergraduate degree that requires two years of full-time study, commonly offered by community colleges and vocational schools.

• A professional certification that requires one year of training.

• A degree awarded for completing a high school education.

What is a Graduate program?

• A program where students attend graduate school to acquire a master's degree, doctorate, or other advanced professional degree after receiving a bachelor's degree.

• A program designed for high school students to prepare for college.

• A vocational training program for specific trades or skills.

• A short-term course focused on personal development and skills enhancement.

What is tuition?

• The fee that colleges and universities charge for instruction and training.

• A type of scholarship awarded to students.

• The cost of living expenses while attending college.

• A loan that students must repay after graduation.

What is a minor?

• A primary field of study that a student must choose.

• A secondary field of study that a student can choose to complement their major.

• A type of extracurricular activity that students participate in.

• A mandatory course required for graduation.

What is a major?

• The primary field of study that a student chooses to focus on during their college education.

• A type of degree awarded by universities.

• A specific course taken in the first year of college.

• A minor subject that complements a student's main field of study.

What is a student loan?

• Money that you borrow and pay back with interest.

• A type of scholarship that does not require repayment.

• Funds provided by the government for free education.

• A loan that is forgiven after graduation.

What is FAFSA?

• A type of scholarship for college students.

• The form you need to fill out to get any financial aid from the federal government to help pay for college.

• A federal loan program for students.

• A college application process.