CEC CEC College Admissions & Transition Planning

Question 1

Which standardized test score reporting policy allows students to share only their highest scores with colleges?

Accepted Answer

Score Choice

Answer

Super Score

Answer

Score Send

Answer

Score Merge

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of the Common Application (Common App) in US college admissions?

Accepted Answer

To allow students to apply to multiple colleges with one application

Answer

To standardize financial aid calculations

Answer

To rank colleges by selectivity

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To certify high school transcripts

Question 3

A student applies to a college under Restrictive Early Action (REA). Which of the following is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The student may not apply early to other private colleges

Answer

The student must attend if accepted

Answer

The student cannot apply to public schools early

Answer

The student must submit financial aid forms by October 1

Question 4

What federal form must families complete to be considered for need-based financial aid at most US colleges?

Accepted Answer

FAFSA

Answer

CSS Profile

Answer

IDOC

Answer

SAR

Question 5

When counseling a first-generation college student, which transition support strategy is MOST important to address early?

Accepted Answer

Understanding application deadlines and financial aid timelines

Answer

Selecting a college major immediately

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Limiting college list to Ivy League schools

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Avoiding community college options

Question 6

Which metric best indicates a college's financial generosity relative to demonstrated need?

Accepted Answer

Average net price for students receiving aid

Answer

Graduation rate

Answer

Acceptance rate

Answer

U.S. News ranking