Financial Aid
What is aid that is BORROWED so you have to pay it back. You must repay it with interest after you graduate (different payment plans are available).
Loan.
What is a school where your academic profile (SAT/GPA) falls within the school's range for average freshman?
Target School.
What is the deadline for Peers to submit their UC and CSU applications?
November 12
There are currently _______ CSU in California.
23
23 campuses
How many CSU (California State University) campuses are there throughout California?
This plan ensures that low-middle income students that make less than $80,000 per year do not pay tuition at UC Schools.
The Blue & Gold Plan
What is the chance of me being admitted to a "Reach" School?
15-49%
What is the date that the CSU application and FAFSA/DREAM Act applications open?
October 1, 2018
How many colleges across the nation utilize the Common Application?
700+ colleges
How many fee waivers do you receive (each) for -UC Schools -CSU Shools -Common App Schools?
4 Fee Waivers
Enables eligible undocumented students to apply for and receive state-based financial aid and institutional scholarships.
The California Dream Act?
I will apply to 3 Likely/Safety Schools, ___ Target Schools, and ___ Reach Schools.
I will apply to 3 Likely/Safety Schools, 3+ Target Schools, and 3+ Reach Schools.
The last test date that ALL UC campuses will accept an SAT/ACT score from an applicant will be a test taken in the month of ____________.
Note: UC campuses will accept and SAT w/ essay scores for tests taken in December.
What does EFC stand for on the FAFSA?
Expected Family Contribution
I must have a 3.0 GPA (3.4 for nonresidents) in all "a-g" courses completed in grades 10 and 11, with no grade lower than a C.
What GPA must you have to be "UC eligible"?
The _____ ___________ is a more in-depth than the FAFSA, and is required to be considered for financial aid at many private institutions. Deadlines vary by school.
The CSS Profile is a more in-depth than the FAFSA, and is required to be considered for financial aid at many private institutions. Deadlines vary by school.
What tool matches you with colleges, scholarships, and support from your counselor? Hint: This on-line tool is like a 24 hour college fair.
Naviance or CollegeGreenlight.
When must Peers submit all private school applications?
November 30th
The FAFSA/Dream Act opens on __________ (first come, first serve). By ________________, you must submit your FAFSA/Dream Act Application.
The FAFSA/Dream Act opens on October 1st (first come, first serve). By March 2, you must submit your FAFSA/Dream Act Application.
It's used to: 1) research CSU schools 2) find out more about the admissions process, and 3) submit your applications
What is Cal State Apply used for?
On the FAFSA, student savings (does -or- does not) count as an allowance
On the FAFSA, student savings does NOT count as an allowance. So, it's always good to SAVE money before college begins!
Fill in the blank: This fall, I will apply to _______ schools (total), including 3+________, 3+______ and 3+_____________.
Will apply to 9+ schools (total), including 3+ Reach schools, 3+ Target schools, and 3+ Safety Schools.
The __________ and __________ _________ applications are "first come, first serve." HINT: If you do not submit these financial aid applications by the deadline, you will NOT receive a Cal Grant.
The FAFSA and DREAM Act applications
What is the difference between a loan and a grant?
Loan you owe back, grant- you do not have to owe back.
How many UC campuses are there?
9