1. “I have to pay for School?”
A quick guide to Financial Aid and Florida Bright Futures Scholarship

2. What does it cost to go to college
Students See The Cost of College In Ping-Pong Balls // Presented by BuzzFeed & Thrivent

3. WHAT ARE THE MAJOR EXPENSES FOR STUDENTS?
With a partner brainstorm what you think it will cost to go to college. (5 minutes)
Include:
Tuition
Room and board
Books and supplies
Transportation and
Other expenses

4. 2017-18 Average undergraduate expenses
*According to Collegeboard
How close did you get…

5. A quick guide to Financial Aid and Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
Today we will talk about
Financial Aid
Financial aid is money to help pay for college or career school. Aid can come from:
U.S Federal Government
Your state government
The college you attend
Nonprofit or private organization
FAFSA
Free Applications for Federal Student Aid
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
A Florida state scholarship based on GPA, test scores & volunteer service
Florida Shines or floridashines.org
Florida state government college and career website. Check FL Bright Futures here.

6. Types of Federal financial aid include
Types of financial aid
Types of Federal financial aid include
Grants
aid that does not have to be paid back
Work study
a work program through which you work to earn money for school
Loans
Money you must pay back plus interest

7. Comparison of grants, loans & Scholarships
Money borrowed for school. Must be paid back almost always with added interest
Grants
Do not need to be paid back. Need based.
Scholarships
Can come from any person/organization. Usually given based on merit, special interest or need

8. FAfsA Free application Make sure that you apply at FAFSA.gov
Apply even if you’re not sure you will qualify
Gives access to grants, work study programs and low interest loans

9. FAFSA Tips
Review these tips for completing the FAFSA form Quick Tips for Completing the FAFSA

10. Florida bright futures scholarship
The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, funded by the state of Florida, provides scholarships based on high school academic achievement. The program has different award levels, each with its own eligibility criteria and award amounts. Awards are per credit hour.

11. Florida Bright Futures requirements
Application opens October 1st of your senior year
Students have until graduation to earn community service hours and GPA required
Students have until June of their graduation year to meet the test requirement
Check your status at
FL Academic Scholarship
FL Medallion Scholarship
Gold Seal Vocational Scholars
A third type of scholarship but can only be used for vocational programs and certificates not 4 year college degrees. To qualify students must complete 3 years of a vocational program in high school with a 3.5 GPA in the classes.

12. Floridashines.org
Floridashines.org is a Florida state website to help students plan life after high school. Offers information on…
Individual FL Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility
Choosing a college and degree
Choosing a career
Help while in college
Explore the website
FloridaShines

13. Checking your FL Bright Futures Eligibility
Floridashines.org
Checking your FL Bright Futures Eligibility

14. get help with your financial aid
Lyman Financial Aid Night
October 18th starting at 5:30
Lyman Media Center

15. Don't Get Scammed on Your Way to College
Last few tips
Don't Get Scammed on Your Way to College

16. Additional resources to check out
Federal Grant Programs 12 Myths About the FAFSA Form and Applying for Financial Aid Do You Need Money for College? 7 Things You Need to Know Before Filling Out the FAFSA Form Completing the FAFSA Form Handbook FAFSA on the Web Worksheet Federal Student Loans Basics for Students