Admissions Process
The standardized test scores that many colleges look for.
What is SAT/ACT?
This type of scholarship is awarded by organizations other than the government or your college.
What is a private scholarship?
This application is the first step to accessing federal, state, and school financial aid.
What is the FAFSA?
These financial tools offered by banks and credit card issuers help students establish this important financial metric.
What is credit?
The centralized platform where most college applications are completed.
What is the Common App?
This Florida-based scholarship program helps cover tuition and other fees for in-state colleges.
What is Bright Futures?
This type of federal aid provides funds that do not have to be repaid.
What are grants?
If used correctly, student credit cards can help build this, which is important for future loans or large purchases.
What is a credit history/credit score?
When researching colleges, you should consider these aspects to find a college suitable for you. (Name one)
What are academic passions, career goals, and extracurricular preferences?
Receiving this diploma awards you the highest level of Bright Futures.
What is the AICE Diploma?
This federal program provides part-time jobs for students to help pay for college expenses.
What is work-study?
Misusing a credit card can lead to this accumulating, which will harm a student's financial future.
What is debt?
This part of the application is where you list your extracurricular activities and leadership roles. It can help boost your chances in merit scholarships.
What is the Activities section?
As of 2024, to qualify for the Bright Futures Academic Scholarship, you need this minimum SAT score.
What is 1330?
Federal loans offered to students often include this type, which does not accumulate interest while the student is in school.
What is a subsidized loan?
Some backs may keep these fees low or offer them for free with student accounts saving money on overdraft situations.
What are overdraft fees?