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United States.
The American College Testing Program test divided into four parts: English usage, mathematics usage, social science reading, and science reasoning. Score range is 1-36. National average is 21.
The colleges will usually reply in one of five ways: (1) accept, (2) deny, (3) defer (You have not been accepted or denied as an Early Decision or Early Action candidate; therefore, your application will be reviewed in the regular pool of applicants.) (4) waitlist, or admit/deny. (You are admitted by denied financial aid.)
Advanced Placement courses are considered college-level courses given in high school for possible college credit. National exams given in May are graded on a scale of 1 (low) to 5 (high).
Bachelor of Arts is the traditional degree awarded by a liberal arts college or university following the completion of a degree program. You may receive a B.A. in the humanities or the social and natural sciences.
Bachelor of Science is usually awarded at the completion of a vocationally-oriented program like business, nursing, or education.
May 1 is the date by which a student must give all accepting colleges a definite "yes" or "no," and send a deposit to the final-choice college.
An association of 2,700 high schools, colleges, universities, and educational systems, the College Board is a major provider of essential educational services and information to students, families, high schools and colleges. In conjunction with ETS, the College Board sponsors the ATP (Admission Testing Program - PSAT, SAT I, SAT II, and AP).
A universal application accepted by over 100 private colleges in lieu of their own applications. An applicant fills out one Common Application and then may mail photocopies to any of the colleges which subscribe to the service.
A clearing house for the Financial Aid Form. CSS evaluates each FAF, determines the family contribution, and forwards that analysis to the college Financial Aid Offices and scholarship programs designated by the applicant.
CWSP is a federal program, which allows students to pay some of their college expenses by working part time on campus. Eligibility is determined by FAFSA.
An admission plan, which allows an accepted student to postpone entrance to college for a year while retaining a guarantee of enrollment. During that year the student may work or travel but may not enroll at another college.
There are three basic degrees: Associates Degree awarded by two-year colleges; Bachelors Degree awarded by four-year colleges and universities; Masters and other graduate degrees offered by universities.
Cost of attending a college or university, minus the family’s estimated contribution (as determined either by federal of institutional methodology).
A term used during the admissions process that encourages a student to express a great deal of interest in the institution in order to possibly receive a favorable admission decision.
An admission plan offered by some highly selective colleges which allows the most qualified students the comfort of a letter of acceptances in December. The student does not have to withdraw other applications and does not have to accept or refuse the EA offer of admission until May 1.
An admission plan which allows a student to enter college at the end of the junior year in high school. Admission requirements are usually as stringent or more so than usual.
A binding admission plan that requires an early application (typically October or November) and promises a reply by December or January. There are two types of ED plans: (1) Single Choice, in which the student is allowed to apply to only one college and (2) First Choice, in which the student may apply elsewhere but agrees to withdraw other applications if accepted by the ED school. This plan is recommended only if the applicant is absolutely sure of his or her college choice. If accepted, the student is ethically obligated to attend if sufficient financial aid is offered.
An admission plan which promised an early reply to and early application. The student is not obligated to attend, if accepted.
The people responsible for the PSAT, SAT I, SAT II, and A.P. Exams.
This non-refundable deposit reserves your place in the entering freshman class. Send this in by the date specified in the admission materials (usually but not always May 1).
The application to the College Scholarship Service for forms similar in function to the FFS. The profile is required by some colleges, universities, and scholarship programs to award their own private funds.
An application form for need based and federal aid.
Gapping occurs when an admitted student is awarded a financial aid package that meets less than his/her full demonstrated need.
An introduction to a wide variety of subjects including the social sciences, humanities, fine arts, and natural sciences. The liberal arts do not include such technical majors as engineering, business, allied health, or architecture.
Financial aid, including scholarships, that is awarded based on a candidate’s merit (i.e., academic, special talent, competition) excluding athletic aid. May or may not take into consideration financial need of the candidate.
Aid offered by colleges and the federal government to bridge the gap between college costs and the family’s ability to pay as determined by the profile FFS, FAFSA, and/or the college Financial Aid Office. A typical aid package is divided into three parts: grant (gift money you do not pay back), loan, and work-study (campus job).
Students are admitted on the basis of academic and personal criteria, regardless of ability to pay. This does not include international students.
Financial need might be a factor in the admission decision.
Federal grants (gift, not loan) designed to help students with college costs. Eligibility is determined by the FAFSA.
The awarding of financial aid packages of differing attractiveness based upon the desirability of the candidates to the admitting institution.
Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. A shorter version of the SAT I given to sophomores and juniors in preparation for the SAT I. The PSAT is used to determine eligibility for National Merit Scholarships.
An admission plan in which applications are evaluated very soon after they are completed in the Admission Office. The applicant can receive a decision very quickly but is not obligated to attend.
Scholastic Assessment Test. A test designed to measure a student's verbal and mathematical aptitude. The score range is 200-800 on each section. The national average is in the 500 range on each part.
Subject Tests. Formerly called Achievement Tests, these tests were developed by the College Board to measure a student's knowledge or skills in a particular area and ability to apply that knowledge. Each test is multiple choice (writing includes a 20 minute essay) and takes one hour. Many colleges require the SAT II for admission.
Score Choice - This option allows the test taker to review SAT II scores and select the scores to be sent to colleges.
Some colleges use the term "scholarship" to mean a grant, need-based aid which does not have to be repaid. Other colleges reserve the term "scholarship" for awards given for high academic achievement or special talent, regardless of demonstrated need.
A College Board service which allows the colleges to receive names of students who have taken the PSAT or SAT I and have indicated their willingness to receive mailings from colleges.
Test of English as a Foreign Language. A verbal aptitude test for non-native speakers of English