True/False Quiz

 

Questions:

  1. A GPA of 4.0 or higher is all you need for highly selective schools

  2. Private schools accept a wide range of students 

  3. Public Schools are easier to get into than private school

  4. The FASFA is recommended no matter what your financial situation

  5. The school with the lowest tuition rate is always the cheapest option

  6. Applying to more schools will increase acceptances

 
 

Answers:

  1. A GPA of 4.0 or higher is all you need for highly selective schools

    A: FALSE! Highly selective schools receive many applications from 4.0 students. These schools assess students “holistically”, looking beyond the transcript.  Essay quality, class rigor, community service, talent, leadership are examples of factors they consider.

  2. Private schools accept a wide range of students 

    A: TRUE!  Many private schools serve students with a wide range of abilities and interests.  Many of these offer significant financial and merit aid.  Often a student can attend a private school for the same or less than a highly competitive public school. 

  3. Public Schools are easier to get into than private school

    A: FALSE!  Well regarded public schools receive a high volume of applicants from both in and out of state students due to their lower cost (for in state) and quality program ( for everyone).  Thus they are often more competitive than many private schools.

  4. Completing the FAFSA is recommended for all students

    A: TRUE!   The FASFA calculates the level of need using Federal government rules but also helps schools act quickly to fill unexpected need should the student’s financial situation suddenly change. 

  5. The school with the lowest tuition rate is always the cheapest option

    A: FALSE! Room and board rates can equal or exceed tuition rates at some schools in high rent areas.  And need-based or merit-based aid can dramatically reduce the cost to a family.

  6. Applying to more schools will increase your chance of acceptances

    A: FALSE!  The chance of admission to each college is independent of the number of colleges you apply to. Applying to 5 schools with a 10% acceptance rate does NOT increase the chance that you will be admitted to at least one. Longer lists means more work & more time. If you can’t put in the time, the quality of the application will be lower and your chance of admission reduced. The key is to have a balanced list!