1. Beaver Hangouts Edition

2. Why go to college? Financial Aid Types of Degrees Exploring Interests Preparing for College 10 20 30 40 50

3. Why go to college? 10 Points On average the more education you have the higher your ______ is.

4. Why go to college? 10 Points Answer: On average the more education you have the higher your INCOME is. The median weekly earnings for someone with: - High school Diploma = $426 - Associate’s Degree = $767 - Bachelor’s Degree = $1,032

5. Why go to college? 20 Points Which of the following are benefits of a college education? A) Closer family B) Better health C) More security D) All of the above E) A and B F) None of the above

6. Why go to college? 20 Points Answer: D) All of the above Closer family, better health, and more security are all benefits of a college education.

7. Why go to college? 30 Points People with at least a bachelor’s degree have a much lower what than those without a college degree?

8. Why go to college? 30 Points People with at least a bachelor's degree have a much lower unemployment rate than those without a college degree.

9. Why go to college? 40 Points Can students travel while in college? If so, how?

10. Why go to college? 40 Points There are many travel opportunities for students in the form of studying abroad, internships, class trips, and even volunteering! These opportunities offer new, exciting experiences outside of the classroom, and even outside of the country.

11. Why go to college? 50 Points In addition to learning the material in class, what do students also learn while in college?

12. Why go to college? 50 Points Students also learn more about themselves: what they like, what they don’t like, what they’re good at, how to balance school, work, and relationships.

13. Financial Aid – 10 Points What types of financial aid are awarded sums of money that do not need to be paid back?

14. Financial Aid – 10 Points Answer: Grants and scholarships are types of financial aid that do not need to be paid back.

15. Financial Aid – 20 Points In this type of financial aid, students borrow money from banks or the government to pay for college.

16. Financial Aid – 20 Points Answer: Loans, which must be paid back after college.

17. Financial Aid – 30 Points To save money, some students enroll in ________________ during high school, in which they can earn college credit for a much lower price.

18. Financial Aid – 30 Points Answer: To save money, some students enroll in dual credit classes during high school, in which they can earn college credit for a much lower price.

19. Financial Aid – 40 Points Scholarships are given out to which types of students?

20. Financial Aid – 40 Points Scholarships are given out to all types of students, not just straight-A students! Many are based on criteria such as high school attended, school and community and extracurricular activities, academic interests, or career goals.

21. Financial Aid – 50 Points While filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an opportunity for students to receive financial aid from the federal government, what can students do to receive aid from the state of Oregon?

22. Financial Aid – 50 Points Oregon students can apply to the Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) Scholarship Application! One OSAC application works for more than 500 scholarships! http://www.oregonstudentaid.gov

23. Types of Degrees – 10 Points This type of degree is offered at four-year universities.

24. Types of Degrees – 10 Points Answer: A Bachelor’s Degree is offered at four- year universities.

25. Types of Degrees – 20 Points While bachelor's degrees are known as "undergraduate" degrees, what are master's and PhD degrees known as?

26. Types of Degrees – 20 Points Master's and PhD degrees are known as graduate degrees.

27. Types of Degrees – 30 Points Medical, veterinary, pharmacy, or law degrees are examples of what type of degree?

28. Types of Degrees – 30 Points Answer: Medical, veterinary, pharmacy, or law degrees are examples of professional degrees.

29. Types of Degrees – 40 Points What degree can be earned in about two years after high school and be used to transfer to a bachelor's degree later?

30. Types of Degrees – 40 Points Answer: An Associate's Degree can be earned in about two years after high school and be used to transfer to a bachelor's degree later.

31. Types of Degrees – 50 Points What degree/program can be completed in two years and is where you specialize in a specific subject? This degree typically cannot be used to transfer to a higher degree.

32. Types of Degrees – 50 Points Answer: Technical degree or certificate program can be completed in two years and are where you specialize in a specific subject. Examples: - Building Inspection technology - Emergency Medical Technician - Fire Protection - Dental Assistant

33. Exploring Interests – 10 points Observing a professional and what he/she does in a typical day to see if you like that career is called __________.

34. Exploring Interests – 10 points Observing a professional and what he/she does in a typical day to see if you like that career is called job shadowing.

35. Exploring Interests – 20 points Another way to explore interests is by ________, which is when you offer your time and services to an organization.

36. Exploring Interests – 20 points Answer: Another way to explore interests is by volunteering, which is when you offer your time and services to an organization.

37. Exploring Interests – 30 points Attending a ____________ gives students an opportunity to learn about many different employers and make connections with them.

38. Exploring Interests – 30 points Answer: Attending a career fair gives students an opportunity to learn about many different employers and make connections with them.

39. Exploring Interests – 40 points True or false: Students must know what they want to do and what their major is when they enter college.

40. Exploring Interests – 40 points False! Students do not need to know what they want to do and what their major is when they enter college. College is the time for you to explore what your interests are and what you like!

41. Exploring Interests – 50 points True or False: Once you pick your major, you cannot change it.

42. Exploring Interests – 50 points False! You can change you major as many times as you’d like until you find the best fit for you!

43. Preparing for College 10 Points When should students start planning for college?

44. Preparing for College 10 Points Answer: Students should start planning for college right now! What you do in middle and high school is important.

45. Preparing for College 20 Points What is one way that teachers, mentors, and/or community members can support your college application?

46. Preparing for College 20 Points They can write letters of recommendation. This is why it is important to make good connections with teachers, mentors, and community members.

47. Preparing for College 30 Points Many colleges and universities require you to send in your scores from these tests.

48. Preparing for College 30 Points Many colleges and universities require you to send in your scores from SAT or ACT tests.

49. Preparing for College 40 Points In addition to your academic record, colleges also consider what factors when looking at your application?

50. Preparing for College 40 Points Colleges also look at your extracurricular activities and your personal story, in addition to your academic record. Make sure to participate in things you love in high school and don’t forget the things that make you unique.

51. Preparing for College 50 Points It is important to frequently talk to your _________ and your _________ about your plans after high school.

52. Preparing for College 50 Points It is important to frequently talk to your family and your counselor/adviser about your plans after high school.