College and Career Exploration Flashcard

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What is the primary purpose of college or career exploration?

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To learn about various options and make informed decisions

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Which of the following is a key step in career exploration?
- Choosing a career without research
- Visiting with professionals in careers that you're interested in
- Staying within your comfort zone
- Choosing a career that makes the most money

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Visiting with professionals in careers that you're interested in

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What is a trade school (up to 2 years) primarily focused on?

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Preparing students for a specific career or trade

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What does financial aid do?

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It makes college more affordable.

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Which of the following is a traditional four-year college degree?
Options:
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctorate degree

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Bachelor's degree

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True or False: Community colleges typically offer two-year degree programs and are less expensive than four-year universities.

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True

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What is the primary factor when determining the cost of attending college? Options: Location of the college, Number of classes you take, Type of degree program, Tuition and fees (housing, books, meal plan etc.)

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Tuition and fees (housing, books, meal plan etc.)

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Which of the following is a reason to consider a career in a high-demand field? Lower potential income, Few job opportunities, More job opportunities and better earning potential, No required education

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More job opportunities and better earning potential

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True or False: Career exploration is only relevant for high school students, not middle school students.

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False

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True or False: An associate's degree typically takes less time to complete than a bachelor's degree.

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True