Financial Aid
What are some forms of FREE Money?
FAFSA, Grants, Scholarships
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What is the minimum GPA for a Cal Grant?
3.0
What are 2 types of scholarships?
Need & merit based.
What are some forms of BORROWED money?
Student Loans
How much does it cost to file FAFSA?
$0 -- It's free!!
The GPA for these grade levels are used in calculating your Cal Grant Eligibility...
10th & 11th
Who can award scholarships?
Many different sources, such as: companies, foundations and even the colleges themselves
What are some forms of EARNED Money?
Jobs (Part-time, summer, work study)
When do we file the FAFSA in AVID?
First Semester of AVID 12
What two things are used to determine Cal Grant Eligibility?
GPA & Family Income
What is Merit Based Aid?
Money awarded based on skill or academic achievement.
Who awards Financial Aid? Name at least 2
How often should you file the FAFSA?
Every year you are planning to enroll in a college/university.
How long is a Cal Grant awarded?
4 years
What is Need Based Aid?
Money awarded based on family income
True or False: Grants must be paid back after you earn your degree.
FALSE, it is Free Money!!
What is the award amount for a UC?
14,934
True or False: Scholarships do not require a separate application, FAFSA distributes them.
FALSE. Some require a separate application.