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WorksheetsSo You Want to Study in the U.S.?
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 18mins
Approximately how many accredited universities and colleges are there in the United States?
50
100
1000
4000
Who determines university admission decisions?
The U.S. Embassy
Malawi Government
The University
Fulbright program
Where is the best place to get accurate and comprehensive information about a university?
University Website
College Board Website
EducationUSA Adviser
Wikipedia
Who determines which university you apply to?
Myself
EducationUSA Adviser
Parents or Guardians
The Government
What can you NOT study at the undergraduate level in the United States? Select all that apply.
Medical degree
Architectural degree
Law degree
Engineering degree
What is the maximum SAT composite score?
36
160
172
1600
An Associates degree takes more time to complete than a Bachelors degree.
True
False
How can you learn more about a college that you may wish to attend? Choose all that apply.
Attend a virtual college fair or tour
Search online
Wait for them to contact you
Talk to a current student
According to EducationUSA, what are the Five Steps to U.S. Study?
1. Complete your Application.
2. Research your Options
3. Apply for Visa
4. Finance Your Studies
5. Prepare for Departure
1. Research your Options
2. Finance your Studies
3. Complete your Application
4. Apply for Visa
5. Prepare for Departure
1. Prepare for Departure
2. Research Your Options
3. Complete your Application
4. Finance your Studies
5. Apply for Visa
1. Research your Options
2. Complete your Application
3. Finance Your Studies
4. Apply for Visa
5. Prepare for Departure
Which state has the highest number of colleges?
Michigan
New York
Texas
California
EducationUSA provides information that is the following EXCEPT?
Accurate
Biased
Comprehensive
Current
Which one is the odd one out?
Stanford University
Rice University
Oxford University
Lafayette College
International students can apply for federal financial aid.
Yes
No
How many Malawians studied in the United States in the 2021-2022 academic year?
312
322
342
362
What is a common mistake most students make on their applications? (Check all that apply)
Not conducting research before applying
Only searching for scholarships
Not submitting all required documents
Relying on someone else to complete applications
Which U.S. institution inspired Kamuzu Academy's architecture?
Morehouse College
Howard University
Spelman College
Wilberforce University
What does TOEFL stand for?
Test of English as a Foreign Language
Test of Eligibility for Foreign Learning
Test of English as a Fourth Language
Test for English as Foreign Learning
Which of the components make up college applications? (Check all that apply)
Secondary School Reports
Standardized Test Scores
Letters of Recommendation
Essays
There are single gender universities in the United States.
False
True
Where can you apply for scholarships from?
Select all that apply.
Apply for scholarships from EducationUSA
Apply for scholarships from colleges
Apply for scholarships from U.S. Embassy
Apply for scholarships from community organizations
A formal agreement among colleges where one school agrees to accept the credits for the courses taken at another school is called?
an articulation agreement
a 2+2 plan
a priority enrollment plan
a transfer agreement
Which of the following category of people would make a good contact for a letter of recommendation?
friend
teacher
EducationUSA Adviser
family member
How can you spot a scholarship scam? Select all that apply.
Everyone is eligible
Urgent time pressure
They do everything for you
Typing and Spelling Errors
Liberal arts colleges usually ...
Have large student bodies
Only serve undergraduate students
Are state-run schools
Offer specialized STEM education
What is the range of the average yearly cost of studying in the U.S.?
$500 - $9,999
$10,000 - $20,000
$30,000 - $80,000
$100,000 - $200,000
All universities in the United States provide scholarships for international students.
YES
NO
HBCU stands for
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Holy Baptist Central University
Higher Biology and Chemistry Unit
Heritage Black Christian Union
What should you consider when you are trying to decide if you want to go to a certain college? Choose all that apply.
Affordability
Majors Offered
Personal Readiness
Campus Life
The Ivy League ...
Were the first colleges built in the U.S.
Is a field of study focusing on the Ivy plant
Is a collegiate athletic conference
Comprises of prestigious universities like Harvard, MIT, and Stanford
EducationUSA is a(n) ______________ service.
School-Matching
Academic
Scholarship
Advising
