College Preparation Quiz

What makes Oh, The Places You'll Go! especially fitting as a graduation gift?

• It teaches advanced math

• It offers life advice in a simple and uplifting way

• It explains how to get student loans

• It's written by a professor

Which benefit is most commonly associated with studying abroad?

• Guaranteed employment

• Better dormitories

• Cultural exposure and global perspective

• Easier coursework

What do university rankings typically fail to capture?

• Number of faculty

• Tuition cost

• Student experiences and personal fit

• Graduation rates

What is the purpose of applying to 'target' schools?

• To get scholarships

• To improve GPA

• To choose the most expensive option

• To apply where you are most likely to be accepted

Which exam includes field-specific diagnostic sections?

• SAT

• ACT

• EXANI-II

• TOEFL

What is one benefit of discussing finances with your family before college?

• To avoid filling out applications

• To learn family secrets

• To plan for what expenses to expect

• To buy a car

Why do many students underestimate their college expenses?

• They receive full scholarships

• They expect all services to be free

• They forget about everyday and incidental costs

• They don't plan to attend classes

What is the borrowing limit on a student loan?

• The minimum repayment time

• The number of classes you can take

• The most money you're allowed to borrow

• The total years of college

What might cause a student's paycheck to be smaller than expected?

• Overstudying

• Being underpaid

• Taxes deducted from income

• Poor grades

What should you consider before accepting an internship?

• Its location only

• Whether you can handle it with your academic load

• If your friends work there

• If it's near your home