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College & Career ReadinessFAFSA & Scholarship Webquest does the term FAFSA stand for?List your #1 school choice. Next, find the priority deadline to submit FAFSA information (usually on that school’s website)?When is the correct time to file your FAFSA form? Can you do it any sooner?How is the amount of funding determined when applying for federal aid?If you are a junior or senior….please click on the “pin site” and follow the steps to create a pin! (If you are a sophomore, you can definitely register now, or just skip this step!)What’s the difference between subsidized and unsubsidized loans?What is the Pell Grant?What is the difference between federal and private loans?What is the basic criteria to be eligible for FAFSA?If the FAFSA gives you “work study” money, what does that mean?Define what an expected family contribution (EFC) is.What is a grant?What is a scholarship?How do you compare/contrast different school aid offers?How do you “accept” the financial aid package that FAFSA figures for you?How do you know if a college loan, FAFSA form, or scholarship is a scam?How often do you fill out the FAFSA form for federal aid?How do you remain eligible for funding?What is a PLUS loan?What is a Perkins loan?When you are finished browing the FAFSA website, I want you to explore: List 5 scholarships that you find interesting that you would consider applying for! If you are a senior, take the time to fill out a couple of them!1.2.3.4.5. ................
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