College Terms

7. A college or university that you have a chance of getting into, but your test scores, GPA, and/or class rank do not reach the standards the school is interested in.
9. An event at a high school or community site where representatives from colleges and universities meet students interested in visiting/attending the school.
10. An event in which colleges, universities, etc. present themselves to attract potential applicants and provide information.
12. DEADLINE The date by which applications must be turned into college admissions offices.
13. informally called the Common App, makes it possible for students to fill out one admissions application online
14. A student that attends a college or university within the same state in which they permanently reside.
15. measure of a student’s grades

1. Honors classes offer the same material as a regular class in greater depth and at a faster pace.
2. College-level classes taught in high school that prepares students for Advanced Placement tests
3. Anything a student does that is not a high school course or paid employment. Most community and family activities are also extracurricular.
4. A student who has potential to apply to a college or university or shows interest in attending the institution.
5. A college or university in which you exceed or clearly meet the admission standards(minimum GPA, test scores, etc.) You should also show interest in the school.
6. Finding schools that apply to your needs, not the “best” colleges or the most expensive ones.
8. An online feature offered by some schools that allow potential students to see various aspects of campus life without physically visiting the institution.
11. The official document containing a student’s academic record showing performance and testing history.