College Admissions

What is the first step in the college application process?

• Research and choose colleges

• Pay application fee

• Write personal statement

• Submit test scores

Which standardized test is commonly required by colleges for admissions?

• SAT

• TOEFL

• GRE

• ACT

What is the purpose of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

• To determine eligibility for financial aid.

• To determine eligibility for housing assistance.

• To calculate student loan interest rates.

• To apply for scholarships.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for most colleges?

• 2.0

• 1.5

• 3.5

• 4.0

What is the Common Application?

• A housing application used by apartment complexes.

• A standardized college application used by over 900 colleges and universities.

• A scholarship application used by Ivy League schools.

• A job application used by Fortune 500 companies.

What is the maximum score for the SAT?

• 1600

• 2000

• 1800

• 1200

What is the difference between Early Decision and Early Action in college admissions?

• Early Decision is binding, Early Action is non-binding.

• Early Decision is for undergraduate programs, Early Action is for graduate programs.

• Early Decision allows you to apply to multiple colleges, Early Action does not.

• Early Decision and Early Action have the same deadlines.

What is the CSS Profile used for in the financial aid process?

• The CSS Profile is used for collecting academic information from students and their families to determine eligibility for scholarships.

• The CSS Profile is used for collecting detailed financial information from students and their families to determine eligibility for non-federal financial aid programs.

• The CSS Profile is used for collecting information about extracurricular activities from students and their families to determine eligibility for grants.

• The CSS Profile is used for collecting personal information from students and their families to determine eligibility for federal financial aid programs.

What is the average cost of tuition for a four-year public college in the United States?

• $15,000

• $10,560

• $8,000

• $20,000

What is the purpose of recommendation letters in college applications?

• To evaluate an applicant's extracurricular activities

• To showcase an applicant's academic achievements

• To provide insight into an applicant's character, abilities, and potential for success in college.

• To demonstrate an applicant's financial need