Scholarships
How many scholarships can you apply to?
As many as you want to!
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
This is the cumulative average of the final grades in all of your courses
Grade Point Average (GPA)
Which costs less: a university or community college?
Community college
Legacy guarantees you admission to that college.
False. You still have to work hard!
What is a letter of recommendation?
A letter of recommendation is a letter written on behalf of an applicant by someone who can vouch for that person's educational or professional performance.
When does the FAFSA open?
October 1st (every year!!)
What are the activities/enrichment pursued outside of your academic courses that colleges like to see?
Extracurricular Activites
What is the amount you pay to go to college called?
Tuition
A high GPA and strong test scores are the only thing that matters in a college admissions decision.
False. Your activities outside of the classroom can also help get you into your dream college!
Which of the following is a good plan to acquire scholarships?
A. Focus on a couple scholarships.
B. Don’t apply it doesn’t matter.
C. Apply for as many scholarships you can.
Apply for as many scholarships you can.
How many colleges can you add onto your FAFSA?
You can add up to 10 colleges to FAFSA.
What are the two standardized tests that students can take for college admission?
The ACT and/or SAT
What is the money you get from the government and college that is free?
Grants
If you aren't given a grant from FAFSA the first year that you apply, you should still keep applying every year.
True. Keep applying, you might get it one year!
What is one component of a scholarship application?
GPA, ACT or SAT, letter of recommendation, resume, transcript, etc.
What are the four types of financial aid?
Grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study.
Who besides an admission officer is available to help you with college?
Friends, college students/alumni, parents/guardians, local organizations, tribal education offices, etc.
What are key things to look for in a financial award?
Grants, Scholarships, Tuition Waivers, and Loans.
You need to know what your major is before starting college.
False. You don't have to know exactly what you want to study even during the application process.
What is the difference between a need based scholarship and a merit based scholarship?
Merit-based aid offers financial support based on a student's academic achievements. Need-based aid provides funds for students based on their level of financial need.
What is the maximum amount of money given for the pell grant?
$5,550
What is an early admission?
It is a college admission plan in which students apply earlier in the year than usual and receive their results early as well.
What are some fees included in tuition?
Books, Health Insurance, Student Activities, Transportation, Technology, Campus Security, etc.
Public colleges are easy to get into, while private colleges are hard.
False. It depends on the college! There are insanely selective colleges out there like Harvard and Stanford but some public colleges like Brown University and the University of Virginia that are also up there too!