This course provides learners with information on how to pay for education. By
reviewing real-world scenarios, learners understand the different financial aid options
(grants, loans, work study), identify common terms and steps to complete the FAFSA, review resources and steps when applying for scholarships, examine key vocabulary related to student loans, and evaluate the risks and benefits of different student loans.
- Course is available in English and Spanish.
- This course takes between 1-5 hours to complete
- Each unit is a collection of short lessons that are 3 minutes or fewer. Units
usually take an hour or less to complete
Unit 1: Applying for Financial Aid: The FAFSA
Differentiate between financial aid options (grants, loans, work study). Identify
common terms and instructions on the FAFSA. Comprehend a sample award letter
and compare aid packages. Create a plan to fill out the FAFSA.
Unit 2: Scholarships
Identify reliable sources for scholarship information. Name different qualities to be
used to search for unique scholarships. Identify several community-based
organizations that may offer scholarships. Name steps to follow when applying for
scholarships. Explore and identify key elements of a scholarship essay.
Unit 3: Student Loans
Define vocabulary related to student loans: principal, interest, federal v. private,
subsidized v. unsubsidized. Begin to evaluate the risks and benefits of different
student loans.