CAP exam review

Who will be asked to verify your eligibility request for a fee waiver on the Common App (if you are a first year student and have indicated that you are eligible)?

Your high school counselor

Public colleges

this type of college is partially funded by local and state governments and offers lower tuition

Why is it important to submit your online application well before the listed application deadline?

to avoid last minute issues with your computer or internet access that might cause you to miss the deadline

Why should you avoid giving your personal information over the phone if you didn't initiate the call?

to protect yourself from identity theft

with this type of federal student loan, you are responsible for paying the interest while you are in college

unsubsidized

This type of student aid, you are required to work on campus to repay the amount of money that you were awarded

work study

What does your cumulative GPA mean?

your gpa throughout high school

FASFA stands for

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Which of the following people does NOT need to file a FASFA?

Gina, a senior in high school taking a gap year before joining the military

What is an example of an Honor related to academic achievement that could be included in the Honors section of the Common App?

Honor Roll

If a schools cost of attendance is $23,000 and your EFC is $5,000, how much need-based aid could you qualify for?

$18,000

List 3 mistakes commonly made on college applications

1) didn't reread your essay 2) didn't change college name in essay 3) submitted it late/ at the last minute

How many different activities can be listed on the Common App?

10

How many topics can you choose from on the College Application Essay?

10

How many people are in your graduating class?

181

The Common App essay must be at least_______ words, but no longer than ______ words.

250, 650

What is our GPA grade at MTHS? and is it weighted?

4.0 and unweighted

What is the chance that a FAFSA applicant will get some type of financial aid for college?

85%

Due to changes in the FAFSA this year, it will be available in

December

Why is it best to file the FAFSA as early as possible?

Every college or university has its own FAFSA deadline. Filing early will help you meet all the deadlines; Financial aid is awarded on a first come, first served basis

True or False- your parents can use your FSA ID to submit any information for your FAFSA application

False

Which of the following does a college/university use to determine how much award you in financial aid?

Financial need

Which is the purpose of the FASFA?

It provides access to financial aid from the federal government, such as grants, loans, and work study; colleges and universities use the information you submit on the FAFSA to determine how much financial aid to offer you

All of the following statements about the FAFSA are true except...

It's best to submit your FAFSA application late in the filing period so you know what types of aid are available

Can you change your answers in the Common App after you have submitted your application to a specific college?

No, because that college will not get the updated one

FASFA can be submitted beginning (date)

October 1

When does the FAFSA officially open each year?

October 1

Which of the following statements is not true about the common app?

Provides information to the applicants about financial aid

Liberal Arts and Career Combination

This degree type is referred to as a 3-2 or dual-degree program. Students typically earn a B.S. and a B.A.

Grants, scholarships, loans, work study

What are the four types of student aid?

Which of the following is true about filing the FAFSA?

You should file the FAFSA for each year you will be in school

Select the statement that is not true about the Activities section of the Common App

You should just guess the amount of time spent on the activity because they don't check the math

After completing the FAFSA, what will you receive that you'll need to advance through the financial aid process?

Your Student Aid Report that contains information like your Expected Family Contribution

this term refers to the concept of not having to repay loans while you are taking college classes

deferment

In the Education section of the Common App you will indicate if you have taken college classes while earning high school credit at the same time. These courses are referred to as _____ on the Common App.

dual enrollment

The Common App essay should include all of the following except...

fulfill all writing requirements for each college selected

This type of student aid doesn't need to be repaid. They are highly competitive and are available by completing the FASFA

grants

How much does it cost to fill out the FAFSA each year?

it is free

College specific deadlines can be found in all of the following places except..

on your Dashboard and My Colleges tabs, after you have added a college and selected a term and admission plan

this type of loan typically carries a higher interest rate, may require a co-signer, and should only by used as a last resort

private loans

This type of student aid doesn't need to be repaid. It is available by completing an application and typically writing an essay

scholarships

This type of federal loan has the interest paid by the government while you are in college and for six months after you leave college

subsidized

private college

this college type is funded by tuition and private sources of money. Usually a more expensive option

Community College

this college type offers a two-year degree. Tuition is typically lower.

Liberal Arts College

this college type offers courses in literature, history, language, math, and life sciences. Most are private and offer bachelors degrees.

Universities

this college type offers many majors and degree options. Typically it has small colleges within the college.

Vocational Technical & Career colleges

this college type offers training in specific fields and can include culinary, firefighting, dental hygiene, ect. Students usually earn an associates degree certificate

Professional degree

this degree type allows students to work in specific fields. Most start after having a bachelors degree and typically take at least three years to complete. Law and Medicine are examples

Graduate Degree

this degree type is pursued after earning a bachelor's degree. Examples are masters and doctoral.

Associates degree

this degree type typically takes two years to complete and can lead into a four-year college