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College Ready

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 55mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the name acronym for Florida public colleges and universitites?

a)

SUS

b)

HBCU

c)

FLGov

d)

FLC

2.

I will adhere to schedules. In case of unexpected situations, I will:

a)

apply for official leave, if I have to miss some classes

b)

apply for official leave, if I cannot come for the in-person registration on time

c)

seek help from my course instructor, if I cannot submit my assignment by deadline

d)

All of the above

3.

When you sit for quiz, test, mid-term exam, final exam, what should you do? (select all correct answers)

a)

I should put all unauthorized items (including my power-off cell phone) into my bag, and place my bag in the area designated by the invigilator

b)

I should not cheat, otherwise will be penalized and may be dismissed from the College

c)

I should keep smiling because the surveillance recorder is in operation

4.

Which of the following statement is/are correct? (select all correct answers)

a)

Grade C is equivalent to a grade point of 2 (maximum point is 4)

b)

To graduate, I need to get a cumulative grade point average (cGPA) of at least 2.0

c)

If I have a semester grade point average (sGPA) 1.67 to 1.99, I will be sent an academic warning

d)

If I have a semester grade point average (sGPA) below 1.67, I will be put on academic probation

e)

If I have semester grade point average (sGPA) below 1.67 for two consecutive semesters, I will be dismissed from the College

5.

Are you ready for College?

a)

Yes, I am ready

b)

No, I am still a teenager

6.
Brandon has already saved $1,220 for college. He expects the total cost of his first year to be $9,850, and expects to receive a scholarship for $2,120. How much money should Brandon save each week in order to have enough money in 2 years to pay for his first year of college?
a)
$62.60
b)
$74.33
c)
$103.37
d)
$271.25
7.
schooling after high school that includes programs at technical colleges, community colleges, and four-year colleges. 
a)
technical school
b)
associate's degree
c)
bachelor's degree
d)
postsecondary education
8.
a process in which an institution may initially delay offering or denying admission, but rather extend the possibility or admission in the future
a)
wait list
b)
general education requirements
c)
SAT 1
d)
admission requirements
9.
a student in a college or university who has not earned a bachelor's degree
a)
Associate's Degree
b)
Bachelor's Degree
c)
undergraduate student
d)
full-time student
10.
an outline plan for a particular class including textbook requirements, class meeting dates, reading assignments, examination dates, grading standards, etc
a)
syllabus
b)
discipline
c)
catalog
d)
major
11.
a federal grant program to assist low-income students in attending institutions or higher education. It does not have to be repaid. 
a)
Practicum
b)
Financial Aid
c)
Federal Work Study Program
d)
Pell grant
12.
money available from various sources to help students pay tuition and other college expenses. These funds may be scholarships, grants, loans, and other assistance programs from the state or federal government or other organization.
a)
pell grant
b)
financial aid
c)
FAFSA
d)
scholarship
13.
an award of on-campus part-time employment for students who demonstrate financial need
a)
federal work study program
b)
financial aid
c)
pell grant
d)
tuition
14.
A letter of recommendation can be considered a reference or stamp of approval from (choose best)
a)
All of the following:
b)
A teacher
c)
A counselor
d)
An administrator
15.
How many years does it take to earn a Bachelor's degree?
a)
5
b)
4
c)
2
d)
1
16.
The purpose of a College Advisor is to
a)
Counsel you on emotional issues
b)
Keep track of enrolled courses and GPA
c)
Advise you on courses you should take.
d)
None of the above
17.
To be consider a full time student, you must take at least _______ or more hours.
a)
6
b)
9
c)
12
d)
15
18.
What is a junior college without dorms that is often funded by the government?
a)
University
b)
Private College
c)
Community College
d)
Trade School
19.
Which office at a college is responsible for processing college applications?
a)
Registrar
b)
Front Desk
c)
Admissions Office
d)
Administration Office
20.
What is the test to qualify for NMSQT competition (National Merit)?
a)
TSIA
b)
PSAT
c)
SAT
d)
ACT
21.
Which college placement exam has a science section?
a)
SAT
b)
TSIA
c)
ASVAB
d)
ACT
22.
Essays on the SAT or ACT are mandatory.
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
23.
How does a student qualify for a testing fee waiver for the SAT/ACT?
a)
Must have a 2.5 GPA
b)
Must be on Free & Reduced Lunch Program
c)
Must be a senior
d)
Must be a member of Red Nation
24.
Which students should file their FAFSA?
a)
All seniors
b)
Seniors who play in athletics
c)
Sophomores
d)
Senior band members
25.
When do students begin submitting their college applications?
a)
Fall of junior year
b)
Fall of senior year
c)
Spring of junior year
d)
Spring of freshman year
26.
The SAT and ACT are scored the same?
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
27.
Teachers are encouraged to wear college shirts on Thursdays.
a)
TRUE 
b)
FALSE
28.
You can only apply for a limited number of scholarships.
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
29.
When do students begin taking their SAT/ACT?
a)
Winter/Spring of junior year
b)
Fall of sophomore year
c)
Spring of sophomore year
d)
Spring of senior year
30.

Exam taken to give you college credit from a high school class

a)

PAP Exam

b)

AP Exam

c)

PAP Class

d)

AP Class

31.

An Associate's Degree is:

a)

A degree from a community college that usually takes 2 years.

b)

A degree that usually takes 4 years from community college.

c)

A degree that usually takes 6 years to complete at a University.

32.

What is a Master's Degree?

a)

2 Years of College

b)

4 Years of College

c)

6 Years of Collge

d)

8 Years of College

33.
Highest level degree that can be earned.
a)
Professional
b)
Bachelors
c)
Masters
d)
Doctorate
34.

If someone cannot afford to pay for college, they can get...

a)

A rich grandma to pay

b)

Denied acceptance

c)

insurance

d)

Financial aid

35.

Free Application where you can fill out for Federal Student Aid

a)

Financial Aid

b)

FAFSA

c)

FAWSA

d)

This is the right one

36.

True or False. Two year schools offer associate degrees and workforce certification programs; sometimes referred to as junior or community colleges

a)

True

b)

False

37.

True or False. Extracurricular activities allow students to develop skills and talents in school-based organizations and activities. It is important to track awards and keep copies of documentation.

a)

True

b)

False

38.

A student's chosen field of study

a)

Master Promissory Note

b)

Major

c)

Minor

d)

Hybrid Class

39.

The person who picks out the best classes for you in college

a)

High School Counselor

b)

Advisor

c)

Favorite Professor

d)

Grandparents

40.

Quitting a class without harming your GPA is called. . .

a)

Hold

b)

Expulsion

c)

Withdrawal

d)

Minor

41.

What the difference between a public and private college?

a)

One is superior over the other.

b)

Private is administrated by a private organization. Public is administrated by the local or state government.

c)

Private is administrated by the local state or government. Public is administrated by a private organization.

42.

What is a liberal arts college?

a)

Everyone who goes there must identify as liberal.

b)

A college that only offers STEM classes

c)

A college that only offers English, History, Economics, Foreign Languages, etc.

43.

Choose the correct answer when it comes to the easiest diploma/degree to receive to hardest.

a)

Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors, Associates, High School/GED

b)

High School, Masters, GED, Bachelors, Doctorate, Associates

c)

High School/GED, Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate

44.

What is room and board?

a)

The cost to live and eat on campus.

b)

The cost to live on campus.

c)

The cost to eat on campus.

d)

The total price to attend college.

45.

What kind of college is where you can learn to be a mechanic, welder, hair stylist?

a)

University

b)

Vocational/Trade School

46.

How do you call a student who is pursuing their first college degree?

a)

Graduate Student

b)

Undergraduate Student

c)

High School Student

47.

This is a document that lists your job experience and other related skills

a)

Resume

b)

Minor

c)

ACT

d)

Scholarship

48.

This is a point value that is determined by your overall average grades

a)

ACT

b)

SAT

c)

GPA

d)

PSAT

49.

This is an event where multiple colleges present information to students interested in learning more about various colleges.

a)

Scholarship

b)

Community Service

c)

AP Course

d)

College Fair

50.

This is a place where you can choose to live on a college campus

a)

Dining hall

b)

Dorm room

c)

Lecture hall

d)

Apartment

51.

You can apply for a what if you need help paying for college? It is awarded to students!

a)

Grant

b)

Loan

c)

Scholarship

d)

Money

52.

This is the term for all the classes that you will take in a semester

a)

Schedule

b)

Course load

c)

Classes

d)

ACT

53.

This term is when students volunteer in their area.

a)

College prep

b)

Community service

c)

Helping

d)

Scholarship

54.

This is the name for a school that only offers bachelor degrees

a)

College

b)

University

c)

Community college

d)

Campus

55.

This standardized test has three sections: reading, math, writing/language

a)

ACT

b)

EOG

c)

SAT

d)

Exam

56.

This standardized test has four sections: reading, math, english and science

a)

ACT

b)

EOG

c)

SAT

d)

Exam

57.

This is the name of a school that offers bachelors and masters/doctoral degrees

a)

College

b)

University

c)

Campus

d)

Community College

58.

This is when you visit a school to see if it is a good fit for you.

a)

Campus tour

b)

Visit

c)

Vacation

d)

College fair

59.

This term refers to a secondary course load that you opt to specialize in.

a)

Major

b)

Class

c)

Resume

d)

Minor

60.

True or false: after choosing a college to attend, you can never transfer to another college

a)

True

b)

False

61.

True or false: Once you commit to community college, you cannot transfer to a larger college or university.

a)

True

b)

False

62.

What are the TWO options for bachelors degrees?

a)

Arts

b)

Science

c)

Math

d)

ELA

63.

This degree is earned after two years of graduate school.

a)

Bachelors

b)

Masters

c)

Doctorate

d)

GED

64.

This degree is earned typically after 4 years of graduate school.

a)

Masters

b)

Bachelors

c)

GED

d)

Doctorate

65.

True or false: If you don't get a scholarship, you can still apply for loans for college through the federal government or other businesses.

a)

True

b)

False

66.

This is a term that offers cheaper tuition to students from that particular area.

a)

In state

b)

Out of state

c)

Scholarship

d)

Resume

67.

These are documents that show your course load and your grades. You may be required to provide these for admission into a college.

a)

Grades

b)

SAT

c)

Resume

d)

Transcripts

68.

This is what you must submit in order to be considered for a college/university

a)

Transcripts

b)

Proof

c)

Scholarship

d)

Application

69.

This type of degree can be earned at a community college in just two years

a)

Masters

b)

Bachelors

c)

Associates

d)

Doctorate

70.

This refers to the amount of hours you will spend in class. Most students take about 12-18 per semester.

a)

Hours

b)

Time

c)

Classes

d)

Credits

71.

True or false: You should start planning for college when you are a senior in high school.

a)

True

b)

False

72.
How many years of MATH is RECOMMENDED to be accepted into a University? 
a)
4
b)
3
c)
2
d)
3.5
73.
How many years of English is required to be accepted into a University? 
a)
4
b)
3
c)
2
d)
3.5
74.
Which Type of Financial Aid is required to be paid Back.
a)
Loan
b)
Scholarship
c)
Grant
d)
FAFSA
75.

What is the single most important thing admission officers consider on an application?

a)

Standardized Test Scores

b)

High School Transcript

c)

Letters of Recommendation

d)

Extracurricular Activities

e)

Personal Statement

76.

What does FAFSA stand for?

a)

Financial Application for School Aid

b)

Fast Action Financial Student Aid

c)

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

d)

Financial Assets from School Authorities

77.

What looks better to colleges- an A in a regular class or a B in an Honors/AP class?

a)

The A looks better.

b)

The B looks better.

78.
Employers want a PUNCTUAL person; what does that mean?
a)
Honest
b)
Polite
c)
On Time
d)
Confident
79.
Part Time work means:
a)
Any hours worked over 40 hours in 1 week.
b)
Any hours worked less than 40 in one week.
c)
Any hours worked more than 40 hours in one week.
d)
Going into work whenever you feel like it.
80.
an award of on-campus part-time employment for students who demonstrate financial need
a)
federal work study program
b)
financial aid
c)
pell grant
d)
tuition
81.
a subject or field of knowledge or learning
a)
major
b)
degree
c)
discipline
d)
diploma
82.
an official document issued by a college or university indicating that a student has earned a certain degree.
a)
catalog
b)
transcript
c)
degree
d)
diploma
83.
a course that includes job-related activities and stresses the practical application of theory in a field of study.
a)
practicum
b)
major
c)
federal work study program
d)
diploma
84.
an organizational unit within a college or university, offering courses about closely related topics
a)
department
b)
discipline
c)
admission
d)
catalog
85.
A Residence Hall is also referred to as...
a)
a dorm
b)
the office where you register for school
c)
the dining hall in college
d)
a place where professor's have their offices
86.
The fees that a college or university charge you to attend their school is called....
a)
tuition
b)
financial aide
c)
scholarship
d)
loans
87.

The title for someone who teaches college level courses is:

a)

Minister

b)

Professor

c)

teacher

d)

mentor

88.
True or False: I should visit college campuses? 
a)
True 
b)
False
89.

graduates of a specific school or college

a)

undergraduate

b)

scholarship

c)

alumni

d)

college major

90.

cost of school paid by students who lived in a different state from the college they attend. Higher cost

a)

Out of State Tuition

b)

scholarship

c)

student loan

d)

undergraduate

91.

A rolling admission allows students to be accepted?

a)

Early

b)

Late

c)

Immediately

d)

Never

92.

You should allow someone like a teacher or parent to review your college essay?

a)

False

b)

True

93.

These are two other factors colleges consider when decided on admissions.

a)

Driving record

b)

Extracurricular activities

c)

Community service

d)

How many times you have been grounded in the last year.

94.

These institutions of higher learning are supported by state and local taxes.

a)

Public colleges and universities

b)

HBCU's

c)

PWI's

d)

Private colleges and universities

95.

What are Historically Black Colleges and Universities?

a)

Public colleges and universities

b)

Institutions of higher learning in which Whites account for 50% or greater of student enrollment.

c)

Institutions of higher education in the United States that were established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with the intention of primarily serving the African-American community.

d)

No longer important/relevant

96.

A PWI (Predominantly White Institution) is defined as this?

a)

An institution that is all white

b)

An institution that does not accept students of color

c)

Illegal

d)

An institution of higher learning in which White students account for 50% or greater of the student enrollment.

97.

A group of eight old, distinguished colleges and universities in the East, known for their ivy-covered buildings.

a)

Ivy League

b)

Tech schools

c)

HBCU's

d)

Public colleges and universities

98.

Most careers today require that candidates obtain?

a)

Masters Degree

b)

Post-secondary degree

c)

High School Diploma

d)

GED

99.

To be "college ready" should a student participate in community service?

a)

Yes

b)

No

100.

To withdraw from one college and enter another.

a)

tuition

b)

grant

c)

alumni

d)

transfer