Keys to your future Choosing a path & Balancing Daily Life

Which item is not part of a college application? a. Letter of reference from people who have worked with you in the past. b. Financial aid application and FAFSA form c. Personal essay and high school grades d. Application form and any fees

As you apply to college, when should you apply for financial aid? a. After you know you have been accepted by a school. b. Before you actually apply to the school. It shows real interest. c. After you enroll and start your classes. d. When you apply to the college.

Changing your major or focus of study in college is common. What may happen if you change your major in college? a. You will have to start college over again. b. You may need to take additional courses during a summer semester. c. You will not be able to play any sports since your major has changed. d. You will have to live with first year students again.

When applying to college, it pays to ask for help and advice from people who have already gone. Which ofthe following people could be a useful resource during the college application process? a. Teachers b. Principals c. Guidance Counselors d. All ofthe above

Which ofthese is NOT an importantthing to consider when choosing a path after high school? a. Figuring out what you want. b. Determine if your path matches most of your peers. c. Research your options in different schools or training opportunities. d. Determine if a school or academy offers programs you are interested in

A friend tells you thatthey cannot afford to pay for the standardized tests that need to be taken to apply for college and military academies. How could you respond? a. "You can get a waiver which will pay for the tests." b. "Just skip the tests, they are not that important anyway." c. "Once you get accepted to a school, they will pay you back." d. "Just take a different type of standardized test that is free."

Letters of recommendation for college should only be about your academic achievements. a. True b. False

As a prospective student, whatis the best reason to request an interview with your college application? a. It shows the college that you are really interested. b. It could mean you are trying to distract from your grades. c. It can show that you want to see the campus. d. It is the only way that you can learn about the school's financial aid packages.

When filling out a college application, what should you list? a. Sports b. Community service c. Part time job d. All ofthe above

Whattypes of people make up a person's personal network? a. Parents, neighbors, extended family b. Teachers, principals and counselors c. Anyone you run across in the neighborhood d. All ofthe above.

Which ofthe following will help you reach long term goals? a. Breaking big goals into smaller ones. b. Writing down your goals. c. Taking care of your physical and mental health. d. All ofthe above.

Which ofthese is an example of a college student practicing effective problem solving techniques? a. Dealing with roommate conflicts by avoiding the roommate. b. Seeking out academic support atthe student center before a report is due. c. Paying for activity fees in college with a credit card. d. Dealing with feelings of loneliness by going out with classmates to drink.

What is an effective way of making new friends and connecting with people who share the same interests as you? a. Asking the writing center on campus for help with an article for the school paper. b. Joining a new club. c. Sharing your thoughts on social media. d. All the above

What do college students need to spend more time doing in order to meetlong-term academic goals? a. Staying in contact with friends and family b. Organizing materials for all classes c. Taking time to relax and rejuvenate d. Planning for study time outside of class

When faced with needing additional money during college, which is option is NOT true? a. Taking on a job can cut into study time. b. Paying with credit cards can end up costing more money. c. Paying with additional loans can lead to connections and opportunities. d. Taking on a job can make connections that lead to opportunities.

Life can get busy and hectic, but relationships matter. What is an effective way of mending relationships that may have had been neglected? a. Texting apologies b. Taking time to meet up and hang out together. c. Broken relationships cannot be mended. d. Move on and learn from mistakes.

How can managing your personal life help with reaching your goals? a. Eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep can reduce stress and help you study. b. Managing your personal contacts will help you graduate. c. Being involved in sports will increase academic performance. d. Pulling all nighters helps you prepare for tests when you have a busy schedule.

When faced with balancing your financial life, which is an effective first step? a. Take out additional loans at low interest rates. b. Notice what you spend your money on, list areas where you can save. c. Get a job that can impact your ability to study. d. Use credit cards to cover additional costs.

Finding balance in social life requires... a. creating blocks of time to connect with friends and family regularly. b. improving study skills. c. using social media extensively. d. getting enough sleep, eating well and getting exercise.

Balancing life in college will require paying attention to which aspects of your life in order to reach long and shortterm goals? a. Finances, social life, academics and personal life b. Class time and study time. c. Managing your weight while dealing with cooking or meal plan. d. Paying attention only to your social life can lead to career opportunities.