Cost of College

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What is a loan?

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Money borrowed which must be repaid, usually with interest.

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CCSS.RF.3.3C

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What are the main components of college expenses?

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Tuition, Room & Board, Books & Supplies, Transportation.

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How do you calculate the total cost of attending college for one year?

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Add up all estimated expenses for tuition, room & board, books & supplies, and transportation.

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What is a grant?

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A type of financial aid (free money), usually given by the government based on the student's need.

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CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the total cost for 4 years if college costs $20,900 per year?

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$83,600.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What is the total cost for 4 years if college costs $43,100 per year?

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$172,400.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What is financial aid?

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Money provided to students to help pay for college, which can include loans, grants, and scholarships.

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the difference between a loan and a grant?

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A loan must be repaid with interest, while a grant is free money that does not need to be repaid.

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CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

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What is tuition?

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The fee charged by colleges for instruction and classes.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is room and board?

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The cost of housing and meals while attending college.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5