Postsecondary Education and Career Planning Flashcards

Comprehensive practice questions based on lecture notes covering college admissions, degree definitions, and career planning strategies.

What is the defining characteristic of a test-blind school?

A college or university that will not consider SAT or ACT scores, even if they are submitted.

How does a test-optional school handle SAT or ACT scores?

It does not require these scores for admission, allowing students to choose whether or not to submit them.

What is the definition of aptitude?

A natural ability, talent, or inborn potential to learn, perform, or excel in specific tasks and activities.

What does being upwardly mobile involve?

The ability of an individual or group to improve their socio-economic status, moving from a lower to a higher social class or income level.

What is an associate's degree and what is its standard duration?

An undergraduate degree awarded by community colleges, technical colleges, and some four-year universities, usually lasting $2$ years.

What is the standard duration for a bachelor's degree?

A bachelor's degree typically lasts $3$ to $6$ years, with $4$ years being the standard.

What is a master's degree?

A postgraduate degree granted upon completion of a program demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study.

What represents the highest level degree available and how is it achieved?

The doctorate degree; it represents mastery of a specific discipline through advanced research, extensive study, and the creation of original knowledge.

What is the focus of Career & Technical Education (CTE)?

It provides students with academic knowledge, hands-on technical skills, and training for high-demand careers.

What are the components of an apprenticeship pathway?

It combines paid, supervised on-the-job training with related classroom instruction in a structured, industry-driven manner.

What is an academic major?

The primary academic field of study and core subject a student specializes in to earn their bachelor's degree.

What is the definition of postsecondary education?

Any formal education or training that occurs after high school.

What are the three key components of a Career Map?

Current Role & Assessment, Long-Term Career Goals, and Skills Acquisition & Training.

What are the six critical Fit Factors used to align students with institutions?

Success Fit, Personal Fit, Financial Fit, Community Fit, Career Fit, and Academic Fit.

In a school wishlist of $9$ programs, what is the recommended mix of program types?

$3$ Likely, $3$ Target, and $3$ Reach programs.

What is meant by an Underrepresented Minority (URM)?

Racial or ethnic groups whose representation in a career field or education is lower than their proportion in the general population.

What is an undergraduate degree?

A degree pursued by a university or college student (such as a bachelor's or associate degree) after high school but before earning their first degree.

What is a graduate degree designed for?

Specialized, in-depth knowledge in a specific field, pursued after earning a bachelor's degree.

What is the meaning of a need-blind admission policy?

A policy of making admission decisions without considering the financial circumstances of the applicants.

What is the definition of matriculation?

Enrolling in a college or university as a candidate for a degree.