Use AI to Compare College Costs and Financial Aid

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1. A student wants to know the actual amount they would pay at two different colleges after scholarships and grants. What type of information should they ask an AI to find?

   1. The sticker price of each university
   2. The net price after financial aid for their family's income level
   3. The number of dining halls on campus
   4. The starting salary of recent graduates

2. A student asks an AI: 'What scholarships might I qualify for based on my background and grades?' This is an example of using AI to:

   1. Find potential sources of free money for college
   2. Compare textbook prices between bookstores
   3. Apply to colleges automatically
   4. Calculate their exact monthly loan payments

3. What is the difference between grants and student loans?

   1. Grants require repayment, loans do not
   2. They are both based on credit score
   3. There is no difference
   4. Loans must be repaid with interest, grants do not

4. Why would a student want to know a college's average graduate debt amount?

   1. To compare how much students borrowed relative to their future earnings
   2. To find out how many students graduate on time
   3. To determine the exact tuition cost
   4. To learn about the campus food quality

5. A student asks an AI to explain what each question on the FAFSA form means. This is a good use of AI because:

   1. AI can submit the form on their behalf
   2. AI will guarantee they get maximum aid
   3. FAFSA questions can be confusing, and AI can translate legal language into plain English
   4. AI can fill out the form for them automatically

6. What does 'need-based' financial aid consider?

   1. A student's extracurricular activities
   2. The college's ranking
   3. A family's financial situation and ability to pay
   4. A student's grades and test scores

7. Which of the following is an example of a specific, effective AI prompt for college planning?

   1. Tell me about college
   2. What is the best college?
   3. How do I get into Harvard?
   4. Compare expected total cost of attending State U versus Private College for my family income

8. What is 'merit-based' financial aid primarily based on?

   1. The student's age
   2. Academic achievement, talents, or other accomplishments
   3. The college's available budget
   4. Family income level

9. Why is comparing graduation rates useful when choosing a college?

   1. Students who graduate on time avoid additional semesters of tuition
   2. Graduation rates determine how popular a school is
   3. Higher graduation rates always mean cheaper tuition
   4. It has no relation to cost

10. What is the 'sticker price' of a college?

    1. The price after all scholarships and grants
    2. The full published cost before financial aid
    3. The price students pay with student loans only
    4. The average price paid by most students

11. A student with a high family income should still complete FAFSA because:

    1. They will get better financial aid at expensive schools
    2. They will definitely receive free money
    3. FAFSA is required for all college applications
    4. They might qualify for some aid and can compare offers

12. What is 'scholarship stacking'?

    1. Applying to scholarships in a specific order
    2. Turning down scholarships you don't need
    3. Receiving multiple scholarships to cover more college costs
    4. Comparing scholarship amounts between schools

13. What is a key reason to compare career outcomes between colleges?

    1. To find the easiest degree program
    2. To compare the number of clubs offered
    3. To determine which campus is prettier
    4. To see if the potential future earnings justify the cost of attendance

14. What is the main advantage of using AI for college cost comparison rather than visiting each college website manually?

    1. AI can guarantee admission to any school
    2. AI can quickly synthesize and compare information from multiple sources
    3. AI can pay for college for you
    4. AI knows which college is best for everyone

15. What is the difference between federal student loans and private student loans?

    1. Federal loans require a credit check
    2. Federal loans have more flexible repayment options and lower interest rates
    3. There is no difference
    4. Private loans are always larger amounts