Financial Aid
College Application Process
Resume/Letters of Rec
Potpourri
Mr. Heineman's Life Outside of RTTC
100
What application must you complete in order to apply for and receive any form of financial aid?
What is - the FAFSA
100
Explain the difference between "match" and "fit," in terms of selecting a college.
What is: Your college match pertains to the school matching your academic performance (GPA & ACT scores), while your "fit" pertains to personal preferences when looking for your ideal college/university.
100
In addition to your name, what do you need to include at the top of your Resume?
What is your contact information (email, phone #, etc.).
100
Explain the difference between "Growth" & "Fixed" Mindsets.
What is: A person with a fixed mindset believes that their basic qualities are simply fixed traits (like their intelligence & talent), while a person with a growth mindset believe that our basic abilities can be developed and improved through dedication and hard work.
100
What state did Mr. Heineman grow up in?
What is Rhode Island!
200
What are the two types of "Gift aid?"
What is: Grants & Scholarships!
200
Explain TWO ways in which you can demonstrate interest for a college/university BEFORE you apply.
What is:
-Attend a CSAP at that campus
-Sign up for email/mailing list
-Reach out to their regional campus recruiter to gain more info
-Schedule a tour at the campus!
200
Are teachers required to write you a letter of recommendation? Explain.
What is: NO - teachers are not required to write you one, so make sure you ask a teacher who knows you well/whose class you do well in!
200
Name 3 things you can find in your high school transcript.
What is:
-Student Identification info
-School contact info
-Graduation Date
-Academic info (Classes taken, grades, & credits earned)
-GPA
200
Everybody knows Mr. Heineman attended Boston College, but what were his TWO majors?
What is:
-History and Political Science
300
What does EFC and COA stand for? (Needs to be EXACTLY correct!)
What is: Expected Family Contribution & Cost of Attendance
300
Name 3 of the 4 main factors colleges and universities consider when making admissions decisions?
What is:
-Academic performance (ACT/GPA)
-Leadership & Involvement
-Recommendations Letter
-Personal Statement(s)
300
Name 4 things you should include in your "Academic Info/School" Section of your Resume:
What is:
1.) The name of your school
2.) The location of your school (City & State)
3.) The time you attended/graduation date
4.) GPA and ACT/SAT scores (if applicable)
5.) Other achievements in school: AP classes/exams passed, etc.
300
What does SARAH stand for (needs to be exactly correct!)
What is: Shock, Anger, Rejection, Acceptance & Hope
300
In addition to teaching RTTC III, what is the other class that Mr. Heineman teaches at IDEA Carver?
What is: Reading 1 (Freshman Reading)
400
What is the difference between a Direct SUBSIDIZED loan and a Direct UNSUBSIDIZED loan?
What is:
-Unsubsidized loans build up interest at all times; subsidized loans build up interest only after college/grace period (and not during deferment periods).
**Also: Subsidized loans are only for students who demonstrate financial needs for them.
400
What are the SIX main components of the college application process? (Not including High School Transcript)
What is:
1. Personal Statement
2. Teacher Letter of Rec.
3.Counselor Letter of Rec.
4. Resume
5. Special Circumstances Essay
6. Online school application
400
Explain two reasons why colleges value Letters of Recommendation so much.
What is:
1.) Reveal things about you that your grades/test scores can't
2.) Provide personal opinions of your character
3.) Show who is willing to speak on your behalf
400
This question has two parts:
1.) What does FAFSA stand for?
2.) Name at least 3 things you will need to fill out the FAFSA next year!
What is:
1.) Free Application for Student Aid
2.) ID/SSN, Taxes, W2 Forms, Bank Accounts, Investments, and any Untaxed Income!
400
Mr. Heineman's girlfriend is also an IDEA teacher in San Antonio - at what IDEA school does she teach?
What is IDEA South Flores
500
How do colleges calculate your financial need?
What is: Colleges take their COA and subtract your EFC to calculate your Financial Need.
(COA - EFC = Financial Need)
500
This question has two parts:
1.) AT LEAST how many colleges will you need to apply to next year?
2.) Define "Safety, Target, & Reach" in terms of the college application process.
What is:
1.) Six
2.) Safety: Colleges bellow your GPA/ACT scores
Target: Colleges at/around your GPA/ACT scores
Reach: Colleges above your GPA/ACT scores
500
What are the Eight Sections you should include in your Resume?
What is:
1.) Heading
2.) School Info
3.) Work Experience
4.) Volunteer Experience
5.) Skills/languages
6.) Activities/Extracurriculars/Clubs
7.) Awards/Achievements
8.) Interests/Hobbies
500
We've toured dozens of colleges virtually this year. Name 8 colleges (Mr. Heineman will check to see if you're correct) that we've toured.
Mr. Heineman will confirm if your answers are correct!
500
In addition to graduating Boston College with a double major, Mr. Heineman also had a "minor" in another subject. What Subject was his minor in?
What is Philosophy
