FAFSA
How much does it cost to fill out the FAFSA?
$FREE.99
How many sections of the SAT are there?
What is one thing you should do in advance of filling out your common application?
Request OFFICIAL high school transcripts
A list of extracurricular activities you are engaged in, work, and family responsibilities
Test scores and dates (remember to officially submit through ACT/SAT website)
Parent/legal guardian/demographic information
List of honors and achievements (resume, CV, etc.)
When is the UF's early action/early decision deadline?
November 1st, and materials are due November 15
What is the Bridges email?
bridges@sg.ufl.edu
How often should you reapply for financial aid?
Every year. Even when you're already in college! Be sure to stay on top of it!
Which standardized exam has optional subject tests? ACT or SAT?
SAT
Does the common app have one official deadline?
No, each school has their own deadline depending on the institution and type of deadline (early action, early decision, regular decision, rolling admissions, etc.)
When is UF's regular decision deadline?
January 15
Who are our current partners?
Education Equalizer Foundation
What is the tool called used to transfer your tax information quickly?
IRS Data Retrieval Tool
How many sections of the ACT are there?
5
Reading, English, Math, Science, and optional essay
What is the one part of your application that is extremely important in distinguishing yourself, your personality, strengths, and story to colleges?
Personal statement
Where is the Office of Admissions located?
201 Criser Hall - PO Box 114000
Gainesville, FL 32611-4000
What was last year's spring retreat theme?
Entertainment / Movies
When will FAFSA be available this year?
On or before Dec 1st!
When is the next upcoming SAT test you can possibly take?
Oct 5
What is one way to stay organized when compiling the colleges and scholarships you are interested in applying to?
Excel spreadsheet, table, etc.
Somewhere you can visualize all of the information
What is something important to you personally when deciding which colleges to apply to? (i.e. location, tuition, etc.)
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Finish this sentence: The Bridges Multicultural Outreach Program is an agency whose mission is to... (from SG website)
The Bridges Multicultural Outreach Program is an agency whose mission is to prepare the next generation of racial minority scholars in the state of Florida to be competitive applicants in UF’s application process.
What is a W-2 form?
Form that shows how much your parents make (i.e., income, salaries, and wages)
When is the next upcoming ACT test you can possibly take?
Sept 14
What are two examples of schools/states that do not accept the common application?
California, Texas, etc.
Name one deadline of FSU, UCF, or UF.
Florida State University
Priority: December 1
Regular: March 1
University of Central Florida
Regular: May 1
University of Florida
Priority: November 16
What is the month and year of Bridges oldest social media post?
Sept. 2018 (on Facebook)