Learning how FAFSA works

Learning how FAFSA worksSocial Studies · Personal Finance · Grades 9–12Lesson plan

Students learn about how the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) works by completing a simulation activity. Big idea: To receive federal financial aid (e.g., grants and loans), you (or possibly your family) must fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Topic: Save and invest (Saving for college), Spend (Paying for college), Borrow (Getting loans). School subjects: CTE (Career and technical education), English or language arts, Math, Social studies or history.

From Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Youth Financial Education · Public domain (US Gov) · original source

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