FAFSA
What is FAFSA?
The application that lets schools know you qualify for grants, loans and scholarships.
Why are scholarships called gift aid?
Because you don't have to pay them back
What is a loan?
When you borrow money from someone or something.
What is Tuition?
The cost of taking courses
When is the best time to start getting ready to do your College Application?
Junior Year or Summer before Senior Year
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Who gives Scholarships?
Colleges, Government and Organizations
What is Interest?
It is the fee they charge you to lend you the money.
What is Room and Board?
The cost of where you will live while in college
What is a letter of recommendation?
A letter written by someone like a teacher, staff person or boss that can tell people what a hard worker you are.
When do you apply for your FAFSA?
DEC. 1
Where can you find scholarships?
On college websites, online, at your high school.
Do you have to pay loans back?
Yes
Are colleges or universities more affordable?
College's are more affordable
Name 2 High School Extracurricular Activities.
RISE Homework Club, Job, Sports, AYCO, Religious Youth Programs, Volunteering, Other Afterschool Clubs
Can you name 1 thing they will need from you on your FAFSA Application? (Hint:There is more than 2)
Your Social Security Number, Your parents Social Security Number, Parents Tax Returns
Can you have scholarships, loans and other money sources at the same time?
Yes you can use all the different things together to pay for school.
When do you pay loans back?
6 months after you graduate
What is the difference between Community College and University?
You can get a 2yr Associate degree at CC and at University you get a 4yr Bachelors Degree.
When would be the best time to begin your college applications in your Senior Year?
You can never be to early! Start in the summer or at the beginning of your senior year so you are ready by all the deadlines.