Accelerated College Degree Strategies

What is the first step in obtaining a college degree in one year?

• Apply for financial aid

• Enroll in a university immediately

• Evaluate your current situation

• Choose a major

Which type of university allows you to progress at your own pace based on competency?

• Traditional university

• Community college

• Competency-based university

• Online university

What should you do before enrolling in a university?

• Pay the tuition fee

• Choose your classes

• Buy textbooks

• Contact a counselor to assess transferable credits

What is a CLEP exam?

• A type of entrance exam

• A college-level examination program

• A final year project

• A scholarship test

Which service is mentioned as having the most transferable classes?

• Sophia

• Straighterline

• study.com

• Coursera

What is the benefit of obtaining certifications while testing out of classes?

• They are free of cost

• They reduce tuition fees

• They look good on a resume

• They guarantee a job

What should you do before enrolling in a competency-based university?

• Choose a dormitory

• Register for extracurricular activities

• Apply for a student loan

• Pre-study the remaining classes

How long is each term at WGU?

• Three months

• One year

• Four months

• Six months

What is the potential cost benefit of attending a competency-based university?

• It costs about the same as traditional universities

• It typically costs less than half of what a normal university charges

• It offers free education

• It is more expensive than traditional universities

What is the final step in the process of obtaining a degree in one year?

• Enroll in a traditional university

• Start a new job

• Graduate and share your success

• Apply for a master's program