4-H College Prep: Getting Ready to Pay for College
Helping teens make educated decisions about higher education.
About the Activities
College? Careers? They’ll be here before you know it. This series of three at-home activities helps solidify teens’ knowledge and gives them the resources they need to confidently make smart decisions about their college expenses.
Grades: 7-12
Topics: College Readiness, Financial Literacy
Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
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What is the Real Cost of Going to College?
In this activity, teens will gain an understanding of the additional fees that play a part in the total cost of higher education by estimating and comparing the expenses across three different colleges of their choosing.
Grades: 7-12
Topic: College Readiness, Financial Literacy
Estimated Time: 45 minutes
How to Pay for College
Searching for financial assistance in college can be difficult. In this activity, teens will identify the different types of financial aid available to them, and will learn the importance of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by completing an application of their own.
Grades: 7-12
Topics: College Readiness, Financial Literacy
Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
How Long Will You Pay for College?
Student loans can help pay for college, but what about repaying those loans after graduation? This activity will help students compare potential income based on different career paths and get a sense of what it takes to pay for monthly living expenses – including repaying those student loans.
Grades: 7-12
Topic: College Readiness, Financial Literacy
Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes

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