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TRUE False
All community colleges are two years. True/False
False
True/False It’s better to have a high GPA in easy or moderate classes than to take challenging courses where you might get a lower grade.
False
True/False No college will take the time to look at your Facebook page.
False
True/False Upon enrolling in college, you must choose a major right away.
False
True/False After you apply for scholarships for freshman year of college, you don't need to worry about them.
False
True/False You could be going to school with 40-year-olds
True
True/False Some colleges send midterm grade reports to your parents.
True
True/False The federal government provides all of the financial aid available to you (FAFSA)
False
or Myth FACT
Fact or Myth? Your standardized tests (ACT, PSAT, & SAT) are more important than high school grades.
Myth
Fact or Myth? Senior year of high school is just as important as any other year.
Fact
Fact or Myth? The more famous the college, the better it is.
Myth
Fact or Myth? My family can't afford private college tuition.
Myth
Fact or Myth? I'm not a straight "A" student, so I won't get financial aid.
Myth
Fact or Myth? The best time to visit colleges is after you have been accepted.
Myth
Fact or Myth? You won’t have to buy all new books each semester.
Fact
Fact or Myth? You don’t have to go to class.
Fact
Fact or Myth? You will graduate from college and know exactly what you want to do with your life.
Myth
Famous Schools Famous People
Eli Manning Quarterback for the New York Giants
Which Institution of Higher Education did New Giants Quarterback Eli Manning attend? a) University of New Orleans b) New York University c) University of Mississippi d) Columbia University
Which Institution of Higher Education did New Giants Quarterback Eli Manning attend? a) University of New Orleans b) New York University c) University of Mississippi d) Columbia University
John Krasinski Actor who plays Jim on “The Office” TV show
Which Institution of Higher Education did John Krasinski, actor on the hit TV show “The Office” attend? a) University of Massachusetts b) Brown University c) University of Pennsylvania d) University of Vermont
Which Institution of Higher Education did John Krasinski, actor on the hit TV show “The Office” attend? a) University of Massachusetts b) Brown University c) University of Pennsylvania d) University of Vermont
Phil Knight Co-founder and Chairman of Nike
At which Institution of Higher Education did Phil Knight, Co-founder and Chairman of Nike, “just do” his undergraduate degree? a) University of Oregon b) Ohio University c) University of Michigan d) University of Virginia
At which Institution of Higher Education did Phil Knight, Co-founder and Chairman of Nike, “just do” his undergraduate degree? a) University of Oregon b) Ohio University c) University of Michigan d) University of Virginia
Barack Obama President of the United States
Which Institution of Higher Education did President Barack Obama attend for his undergraduate degree? a) Harvard University b) Yes we Can College of Public Policy c) Occidental College d) University of Chicago
Which Institution of Higher Education did President Barack Obama attend for his undergraduate degree? a) Harvard University b) Yes we Can College of Public Policy c) Occidental College d) University of Chicago
Oprah Winfrey Talk Show Host
Which Institution of Higher Education did talk show host, Oprah Winfrey attend? a) University of Chicago b) Tennessee State University c) Hampton University d) Princeton University
Which Institution of Higher Education did talk show host, Oprah Winfrey attend? a) University of Chicago b) Tennessee State University c) Hampton University d) Princeton University
Lisa Kudrow Actress who plays Phoebe on “Friends” TV Show
Which Institution of Higher Education did Lisa Kudrow, aka “Phoebe,” on the hit TV show “Friends” attend? a) Vassar College b) Buffay-Young College c) Smelly Cat University d) Loyola Marymount University
Which Institution of Higher Education did Lisa Kudrow, aka “Phoebe,” on the hit TV show “Friends” attend? a) Vassar College b) Buffay-Young College c) Smelly Cat University d) Loyola Marymount University
Bruce Lee Martial Arts Movie Icon
Which Institution of Higher Education did Martial Arts movie Icon, Bruce Lee attend? a) University of Washington b) University of Hong Kong c) University of San Francisco d) Mary and William College
Which Institution of Higher Education did Martial Arts movie Icon, Bruce Lee attend? a) University of Washington b) University of Hong Kong c) University of San Francisco d) Mary and William College
Denzel Washington Movie Actor; “Malcolm X,” “American Gangster”
Which Institution of Higher Education did famous movie actor Denzel Washington attend? a) Fordham University b) University of California, LA c) New York University d) University at Albany
Which Institution of Higher Education did famous movie actor Denzel Washington attend? a) Fordham University b) University of California, LA c) New York University d) University at Albany
Samuel L. Jackson Movie Actor; “Pulp Fiction,” “Star Wars” prequel trilogy
Which Institution of Higher Education did actor, Samuel L. Jackson attend? a) Georgetown University b) Morehouse College c) University of Maryland d) Georgia Tech University
Which Institution of Higher Education did actor, Samuel L. Jackson attend? a) Georgetown University b) Morehouse College c) University of Maryland d) Georgia Tech University
Sean “Puffy” (aka P. Diddy) Combs Rapper
Which Institution of Higher Education did music mogul and entrepreneur Sean (P. Diddy) Combs attend? a) Clark Atlanta University b) North Carolina State University c) Howard University d) Towson University
Which Institution of Higher Education did music mogul and entrepreneur Sean (P. Diddy) Combs attend? a) Clark Atlanta University b) North Carolina State University c) Howard University d) Towson University
In 2011, which famous American supermodel, actress, media personality and business woman enrolled at the Harvard University School of Business? a) Heidi Klum b) Tyra Banks c) Halle Berry d) Naomi Campbell
b) Tyra Banks
Which famous actor-turned-politician attended the University of Wisconsin- Superior? a) Arnold Schwarzenegger b) Ronald Reagan c) Clint Eastwood d) George W. Bush
a) Arnold Schwarzenegger
Which fashion designer and former princess attended the University of Geneva? a) Coco Chanel b) Diana von Furstenberg c) Donatella Versace d) Tori Burch
b) Diane Von Furstenberg