EVERFI Module 6 - Assessment

1.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

Textbooks, transportation and room and board are all...

additional costs for attending a college or university.

included in a school's tuition.

included in the price of attending a college or university.

usually offered to students who stay on campus.

2.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

Maria is a high school senior. She wants to go to the local community college and become a nurse. Her grades are average, but she comes from a low-income family. What could she do to in order to afford the next step in her dream to become a nurse?

A. Maria has to wait until she saves up enough money to pay for tuition.

B. Maria could apply for federal grants to help pay for college.

C. Maria can apply for need-based scholarships.

Both b and c are correct.

Both B and C are correct.

3.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

A 529 plan can help you save more money than a traditional savings account because...

it is given to you at a very young age.

the interest rates are considerably better.

it is linked to the stock market.

it is a tax free.

4.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Living on campus while earning your degree can help you save money on...

transportation.

tuition.

room and board.

books and supplies.

5.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

Which of the following is NOT true about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

You can fill out the FAFSA if you are an independent or a dependent.

Each state may have a different deadline for state financial aid.

You can fill the form out online or on paper.

The earliest you can submit your FAFSA is January 1st of each year.

6.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

What has the biggest impact on whether a 4 year university is affordable?

The distance you live from the university.

Whether you live in the same state as the university.

Whether it is a public or private university.

The amount of financial aid that the university offers.

7.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a reason to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

It allows you to be eligible for federal student aid.

It allows you to be eligible for some grants.

It allows you to be eligible for many scholarships.

It allows you to be eligible for early admission.

8.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

The fact that you are more likely to earn more money over your lifetime with a post secondary degree means...

the more money you pay for the degree guarantees a higher salary.

the cost of a post secondary degree is worth it.

you should not be concerned about the amount of debt you go into to pay for it.

the cost of a post secondary degree should be avoided.

9.

Multiple Choice

1 min

1 pt

What are the benefits of attending a local community college?

You can live at home and save dorm fees while earning an Associate’s degree.

Choosing a local community college within closer driving range saves on transportation costs.

It is cheaper to earn an Associate’s degree at a community college and then transfer to a four-year college to finish.

All of the above.

10.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

It does not make sense to avoid post secondary education because of its cost since in the long run:

You can get grants and scholarships to pay for post secondary education while you are there.

There are less expensive options for obtaining a post secondary education.

The salary you will earn with a degree will pay back the cost of college over your career.

You or your parents can write it off your taxes.

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