FASFA Frenzy| Myth Busters

Myth Busters


	Are you discouraged because you think the possibility of receiving a scholarship is too slim to even waste your time applying? How much money do you think the University of Alaska gives away each year in scholarships?
	1	Definitely over $6 million.
	2	Definitely under $6 million.
	3	Maybe a few hundred thousand dollars?
	4	The University of Alaska offers scholarships?

	Do you have a desire to serve your country in the military? Well, dont think you have to give up on your dreams of going to college in order to become a great solider. Various federal programs offer college assistance in exchange for service to our country. Which of these programs will allow you to attend school and serve in the military on the side?
	1	ROTC
	2	National Guard
	3	Reservists
	4	All of the above

	Grants and scholarships are a great way to pay for college because the money does not have to be paid back. It is a good idea to apply for grants and scholarships and exhaust any FREE money opportunities you have before you decide to take out money that does require repayment, such as a student loan. Many different organizations offer grants to students, such as
	1	Businesses and community organizations
	2	State and federal governments
	3	Civic groups
	4	All of the above

	College lingo can be confusing at times. With so much going on, things can get confusing fast. How well do you know your college lingo? FAFSA is a term you will hear a lot, but do you know what it is?
	1	Campus housing application
	2	Form that determines eligibility for financial aid
	3	A club/organization for college students
	4	Meal plan for students living in dorms

	By now you have probably heard the word FAFSA a hundred times. FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You know that in order to qualify for financial aid you have to fill it out, but do you know how easy it really is? Once you have your paperwork handy, how long do you plan on spending filling out the FAFSA?
	1	A week for sure. I saw the application and it looks intimidating!
	2	Maybe if I had some help I could finish it in a day or two.
	3	You mean I actually have to read the form?
	4	Less than thirty minutesI am going for a world record!