FAFSA
Does the "YOU" on the FAFSA refer to parent or student?
Student: The "you" referred to throughout the form refers to the student only. That can get confusing because the form asks for both the student's and parent's information.
What is the max score you can score on Math and English on the SAT?
The max number of points you can get on each test is 800 points with a maximum of 1600 for both parts.
What is room and board?
Extra costs involved with living on-campus: rent, food, activity fees, etc
How many years of English are required to meet UC/CSU requirement for college?
4 years of English with a C or better
How long does it normally take to get a Bachelor's degree?
4 years or more
Name 2 things you need in order to complete the FAFSA?
You can sign up for the SAT as many times as you want, and schools will continue to use your best score from those tests.
What is the difference between a loan and grant?
Grants typically come from the government, based on student's financial need or background.
Loans come from many sources and students must apply individually and pay back
Besides your G.P.A, what else does a college look at when reviewing student application?
1. Rigorous courses
2. AP classes
3. Honor classes
4. Extracurricular Activities and Volunteering
5. College Essay
When should you declare a major?
While it does vary from college to college, generally speaking most colleges ask students to declare their chosen major by the end of their sophomore year.
When is the first and last day you can apply for FAFSA?
October 1st- June 30th 2019
Do all colleges require an SAT scores in order to be admitted?
No, community colleges don't require SAT or ACT scores. They usually have open enrollment and have students take a placement test in math and English to determine their level in these classes. SAT or ACT scores ARE however required for all UC/CSU colleges.
List 2 expenses associated with college BESIDES tuition?
EXAMPLES:
books, room & board (housing), parking, technology fees, activity fees, computer and web access, transportation
How many total classes are required in A-G requirements?
16 courses each class is broken up as semester A and semester B
Are graduation rates a good indicator of a good college?
Overall, a graduation rate can give you a great place to start on your college research path, but it shouldn’t be the ultimate deciding factor on where you apply or even attend.
How is financial aid determined through FAFSA?
EFC: Expected Family Contribution
They subtract your EFC from your COA (Cost of Attendance) to determine the amount of your financial need and therefore how much need-based aid you can get.
What subjects does the SAT test?
The SAT has three major sections that will test your skills in reading comprehension,writing and grammar, and math.
What is the average tuition of a private college in the U.S?
About $30,000 per year
How many credits do you need to complete your A-G requirements?
230 A-G requirements at Gertz-Ressler
What is the average salary of a college graduate?
The average starting salary for a 2017 college grad is just right under $50,000/year.
Do you have to be accepted to a college to apply for FAFSA?
You should apply for admission to the colleges you are interested in BEFORE filing your FAFSA. Once you are accepted to the colleges you have applied to, you can add those schools to receive financial aid award offers from when you file your FAFSA.
How many times throughout the year is the SAT offered?
The SAT is offered 7 times a year in the following months: January, March, May, June, October, November, and December.
What is FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What component is the A in A-G requirements?
A is History/ Social Science
Name 2 "IVY LEAGUES" schools?
1.Harvard 6. Brown
2.Yale 7. Cornell
3.UPenn 8. Dartmouth
4.Princeton
5.Columbia