What does FAFSA stand for?

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

What is one way to stay organized during the college application process?

Keeping a calendar with deadlines

Which of the following is a good way to narrow down your college list?

Considering factors like cost, academics, and campus culture

Why should you fill out the FAFSA even if you think you won’t qualify for aid?

Colleges use it to determine scholarships and grants

What is a "work-study" program in college financial aid?

A part-time job on or near campus to help students earn money for school

What is one action step you should take after this group?

Share your college timeline with a parent or mentor

What is the purpose of an Early Decision (ED) application?

To show strong interest in a school and commit to attending if accepted

Where can you find a Net Price Calculator to estimate college costs?

On each college’s official website

What is one major advantage of attending a community college before transferring to a four-year university?

It is often much more affordable, and credits can transfer over

A field of study that you specialize in during college

What is one reason why students should complete their FAFSA as early as possible?

Financial aid is limited, applying early ups your chances of receiving aid

Who should you ask for a recommendation letter?

A teacher or counselor who knows you well

What is the purpose of a college visit?

To see if you like the campus environment

What is the purpose of a personal statement or college essay?

To give colleges a sense of your personality and experiences

What is one key factor to consider when researching a college?

Location, size, and programs offered

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1
Which type of financial aid does NOT need to be repaid?
Work-study
All financial aid must be repaid
Grants
Loans
2
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Financial Assistance for Students Applying
Funding for All Student Applications
Federal Assistance for Students and Academics
3
What is one way to stay organized during the college application process?
Waiting until the last minute to submit applications
Applying randomly to as many colleges as possible
Only applying to one school
Keeping a calendar with deadlines
4
Why is it important to have a college timeline?
To impress college admissions officers
To avoid studying for exams
To graduate early
To ensure you meet deadlines
5
Which of the following is a good way to narrow down your college list?
Picking only based on sports teams
Only applying where your friends are going
Choosing randomly
Considering factors like cost, academics, and campus culture
6
Why should you fill out the FAFSA even if you think you won’t qualify for aid?
It’s required for all students
Colleges use it to determine scholarships and grants
You need it to apply for student loans
It’s just a fun form to fill out
7
What is a "work-study" program in college financial aid?
A type of scholarship given for academic achievements
A mandatory internship for all college students
A student loan program that must be repaid after graduation
A part-time job on or near campus to help students earn money for school
8
What is one action step you should take after this group?
Wait until the last minute to apply
Share your college timeline with a parent or mentor
Forget about applications until senior year
Skip writing your personal statement
9
What is the purpose of an Early Decision (ED) application?
To get financial aid before everyone else
To show strong interest in a school and commit to attending if accepted
To apply to as many schools as possible
To apply early with no commitment
10
Where can you find a Net Price Calculator to estimate college costs?
On each college’s official website
At your high school counselor’s office
On Instagram
On a scholarship search engine
11
What is one major advantage of attending a community college before transferring to a four-year university?
It is often much more affordable, and credits can transfer over
You don’t need to apply for financial aid
You automatically get accepted into any university of your choice
You don’t have to take any general education courses
12
What is a major?
The college you attend
A required class in college
A field of study that you specialize in during college
Your GPA requirement for graduation
13
What is one reason why students should complete their FAFSA as early as possible?
The FAFSA website shuts down after a certain number of applications
Financial aid is limited, applying early ups your chances of receiving aid
Colleges won’t accept applications without FAFSA submission
Submitting early guarantees full financial aid coverage
14
Which platform is commonly used to apply to multiple colleges at once?
The Common App
FAFSA
LinkedIn
College Board
15
What should you NOT do when writing a college essay?
Proofread before submitting
Copy someone else’s essay
Use specific examples
Be authentic and tell your own story
16
Who should you ask for a recommendation letter?
Your neighbor
A celebrity you admire
Your best friend
A teacher or counselor who knows you well
17
What is the purpose of a college visit?
To test out dorm life
To get free college merch
To immediately apply for admission
To see if you like the campus environment
18
What is the purpose of a personal statement or college essay?
To give colleges a sense of your personality and experiences
To list all your achievements
To provide your GPA and test scores
To explain why you deserve financial aid
19
What is one key factor to consider when researching a college?
The school mascot
Whether your friends are applying
Location, size, and programs offered
The number of dining halls

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