by Joice Ruggiero
Navigating the college admission process can be both exciting and challenging, filled with numerous steps and important decisions. This quiz is designed to test your knowledge on key aspects of college admissions, from understanding standardized tests to knowing what colleges look for in applications. Get ready to challenge yourself and see how well you know the path to college success!
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College Admission Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the SAT?
A college entrance exam
A type of scholarship
A college application essay
A financial aid form
2. Which organization administers the ACT?
College Board
ACT, Inc.
ETS
Pearson
3. What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Federal Assistance for Student Applications
Financial Aid for Students and Families
Federal Application for Student Assistance
4. Which of the following is NOT typically required for a college application?
High school transcript
Letters of recommendation
Medical records
Personal statement
5. What is an early decision application?
A non-binding application submitted early
A binding application submitted early
An application for financial aid
An application for a specific major
6. What is the Common Application?
A standardized test
A universal college application platform
A scholarship application
A financial aid form
7. What is a GPA?
Grade Point Average
Graduate Placement Assessment
General Performance Analysis
Graduate Point Allocation
8. Which of the following is a type of financial aid that does not need to be repaid?
Student loan
Work-study
Grant
Credit card
9. What is a ‘safety school’?
A school with a high acceptance rate
A school that offers financial aid
A school that specializes in safety studies
A school that is close to home
10. What is a ‘reach school’?
A school with a low acceptance rate
A school that offers many extracurricular activities
A school that is far from home
A school that has a large campus
11. What is the purpose of a college interview?
To assess a student’s academic knowledge
To evaluate a student’s fit for the college
To test a student’s physical fitness
To determine a student’s financial need
12. Which of the following is typically NOT considered in college admissions?
Extracurricular activities
Standardized test scores
Social media profiles
High school GPA
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