Grants and Scholarships
What is the most common federal grant that offers up to $7,395?
Pell Grant
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What criteria are commonly used for merit scholarships?
GPA, SAT/ACT scores, athletic or artistic abilities
What Year was Gibran born?
1996
What type of loan has paused interest while you are in school?
Subsidized loan
What type of financial aid does not have to be repaid?
Grants & Scholarships
When should you fill out the FAFSA for the following school year?
Every October
Is FAFSA a requirement for some merit based scholarships?
Yes
Can you name all 5 YD Pillars?
Safety
Relationship Building
Skill Building
Meaningful Youth Participation
Community Involvement
What is a key disadvantage of private loans compared to government loans?
Higher interest rates and less flexible repayment plans
What are two examples of private merit scholarships?
LATA SF
Gates Scholarship
Maisin
Why is it important to use the official FAFSA site with ".gov"?
To avoid scams
What is one reason merit scholarships can be competitive?
They are not guaranteed just because you apply
How many High Schools is there in SFUSD
17
What is a PLUS loan?
A loan for parents to help students pay for college
What should you do to find private scholarships based on your needs?
Use search engines like Big Future or consult your school counselor
What key information is required when filling out the FAFSA?
Family income information
Name two Merit based scholarships we covered
LATA SF
Maisin Scholarhsip
Gates Scholarship
What were the years SF suffered the biggest earthquakes?
1906
1989
What happens to interest on an unsubsidized loan while you’re in school?
It adds up